ePTW FAQs

An ePTW is a digital system for managing permits to work, replacing traditional paper-based permits. It streamlines the process, ensuring safety protocols are followed and reducing administrative burden.

ePTW ensures that high-risk activities are properly authorized, hazards are identified, and safety measures are in place before work begins, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.

MaintWiz CMMS automates permit creation, tracks permit status, manages risk assessments, and integrates with work order management to ensure compliance and safety.

Key features include automated permit creation, authorization workflows, real-time tracking, risk assessment tools, and integration with lockout/tagout systems.

ePTW reduces paperwork, speeds up the permit approval process, provides real-time visibility into permit status, and minimizes delays caused by manual handling.

You can create a new safety permit by specifying the type of permit, work location, hazards, control measures, and required approvals.

The system allows you to track the status of each safety permit, including its issuance, LOTO, closure, and any incident reports associated with it.

MaintWiz CMMS can manage various permits, including hot work permits, confined space entry permits, electrical work permits, and more.

Incident management ensures that any incidents or near-misses are documented, investigated, and corrective actions are taken to prevent recurrence.

MaintWiz CMMS provides tools for incident reporting, investigation, and tracking corrective actions, ensuring continuous improvement in safety practices.

A lockout/tagout procedure is a safety procedure used to control hazardous energy sources during maintenance and repair activities.

Implement a robust lockout/tagout program, train employees on the procedures, and conduct regular audits.

Conduct regular safety audits, review and update safety procedures, and provide ongoing safety training.

Real-time monitoring allows for immediate visibility into the status of permits, enhances communication, ensures compliance with safety protocols, and allows for quick response to any issues.

MaintWiz CMMS facilitates hazard identification by providing risk assessment tools and mitigation strategies, ensuring that all potential hazards are addressed before issuing permits.

MaintWiz CMMS manages multi-stage permits by defining each stage of the permit process, tracking progress, and ensuring that all approvals and safety checks are completed before proceeding to the next stage.

Digital signatures ensure the authenticity and integrity of permits by allowing authorized personnel to electronically sign permits, enhancing security and compliance.

MaintWiz CMMS provides comprehensive auditing and reporting features, tracking all permit activities, generating detailed reports, and maintaining an audit trail for compliance verification.

Real-time alerts notify relevant personnel of permit status changes, upcoming renewals, or any issues that need immediate attention, ensuring prompt action and continuous safety management.

MaintWiz CMMS utilizes machine learning to analyze permit data, identify patterns, predict potential issues, and provide actionable insights for optimizing permit workflows and enhancing safety.

Ensure that safety permits include emergency contact information, evacuation procedures, and first aid procedures.

Permit documentation provides a record of all safety measures, approvals, and communications, ensuring accountability and traceability.

MaintWiz CMMS allows for permit revocation by authorized personnel, providing the capability to cancel permits if safety conditions are not met or if there are changes in the work environment.

ePTW improves operational efficiency by streamlining the permit approval process, reducing delays, enhancing safety compliance, and minimizing the administrative burden associated with traditional paper-based permits.

Track key performance indicators like incident rates, near-miss reports, and compliance with safety procedures.