The LICQual Level 3 Award in Permit to Work is an advanced qualification designed for professionals responsible for overseeing, managing, or issuing work permits in high-risk environments. This course delivers in-depth knowledge of Permit to Work systems and is ideal for supervisors, safety officers, and team leaders who play a critical role in authorizing and monitoring hazardous work activities. With increasing emphasis on safety compliance and operational risk management, this qualification ensures learners are equipped to uphold high safety standards.
Focusing on best practices and real-world applications, the course explores the structure, purpose, and critical components of a Permit to Work system. Topics include permit categorization, risk evaluation, communication protocols, legal obligations, and permit closure procedures. Participants will learn how to manage the end-to-end process of issuing and controlling permits for confined spaces, hot work, electrical systems, and other high-risk activities that require stringent authorization and control.
Through a combination of theoretical modules and practical case studies, learners will develop the competence to assess work conditions, determine when a Permit to Work is required, and enforce compliance with organizational safety protocols. The course also addresses human factors, common permit-related failures, and strategies to ensure continuous improvement in workplace safety culture. This deeper understanding enables professionals to reduce errors and improve the effectiveness of permit systems.
Upon successful completion of the LICQual Level 3 Award in Permit to Work, participants receive a recognized certification that demonstrates their advanced knowledge and practical ability in managing work permits. This qualification supports career advancement by validating the learner’s capability to lead and implement effective Permit to Work systems in line with legal and organizational requirements. It also enables participants to serve as key contributors to workplace safety and operational reliability.
In industries where lives and assets depend on the safe execution of hazardous tasks, a well-managed Permit to Work system is essential. The LICQual Level 3 Award bridges the gap between theory and application, preparing professionals to lead with confidence and accountability. Whether you are aiming to improve workplace safety, meet compliance standards, or build a proactive safety culture, this course delivers the knowledge and credentials you need to make a lasting impact.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Award in Permit to Work
Total Units
6
Total Credits
6
GLH
18
Qualification #
LICQ2200438
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Award in Permit to Work applicants must meet the following criteria:
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
