Permit to work software is an end-to-end solution that can sync operational, maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled works in organizations. It is an accurate compliance tool – distributed via digital means – to increase operational efficiency, productivity and address maintenance and works’ domain.
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Proves to be a purposeful and convenient tool to establish control, co-ordination and communication - facilitates correct work sequences among established parties – with a single window view – enhanced by detailed area maps for visibility.
Processes:
Life Cycle of a Permit To Work
Secure, flexible and globally trusted software deployment standards
With industry-specific functionality – leverage and extract performance automation
Post-implementation – focus on Hypercare and general support
Consulting to implementation of solution – we deliver your digital goals
We posses the expertise to understand your geography and automate your risk management
ASK-EHS' PTW software is a platform that provides "out-of-box" features, commensurate with industry best practices. It can be however, be configured and/or customized to suit client's business preferences. Clients can configure hierarchical fields, labels, checklists and risk matrices. On the other hand, we customize permit workflows and forms which are unique to each organization. Another salient feature is the Permit to Work software can be integrated with existing ERP systems like SAP, Oracle or any other such systems. Besides this, it also can integrate with existing Active Directories along with single sign-on (SSO) and email clients.
e-PTW Configurability vs Customization
Permit to Work (PTW) Approval Workflow
The permit to work software allows a bird’s eye view of all the permitted work being carried out or commencing upcoming permits across all sites/plants/facilities. You can determine any potential work conflicts/overlaps and make appropriate and accurate decisions. When Permit to work software is used along with the SIMOPS identifier tool, it can reduce back & forth communications and manual checks.
Highly stratified and diverse set of operations as seen in automobiles and automotive manufacturing require cross-functional teams spread over different shop floor. Execution of permit to work therefore, need visibility, singular platform and a hierarchy based (vetted) flow of authorization
Inspired by the principles of Lean manufacturing, a permit to work software stands to offer all of these features with better reporting, notifications and proactive escalation of requested permits – truly a digital platform that offers better control of work.
We found ASK-EHS to be a competent and proficient agency to deliver the Permit to Work software. This was validated by our team through a pilot implementation for one of our facilities in the Waluj plant (Aurangabad, Maharashtra). Our team found the software to be very useful and based on their recommendations, the software was then rolled out to the entire (Waluj) plant.
Based on the successful operation of the software in the Waluj plant, the software was later rolled out to other plants / locations as well.
We found the software operations to be satisfactory and received the full support of vendor’s team during implementation.
'We selected ASK-EHS on the basis of several evaluation parameters. Out of the most important one was their knowledge and understanding of the PTW system. It was easy to communicate with the ASK-EHS team considering their experience in this segment, especially the global energy industry.
The software is now running for many years and has seen a successful run. We have received good support from the vendor and highly recommend ASK-EHS, especially for the PTW software.'
Our operations are spread across the length and breadth of India considering the number of facilities that are present. It was a huge challenge to monitor the work going on in each of these locations. We were looking for any agency / organization that would accurately understand the magnanimity of the challenge and come up with an ideal (automation) solution.
We found that ASK-EHS ticked almost all of the boxes. They had a thorough understanding of the PTW process, considering they have domain knowledge and experience in EH&S, plus had the capabilities of customizing the software to our needs. Some of the resulting benefits are;
CGPL Mundra is first UMPP of 4000 MW which has been commissioned in the shortest duration of one year and “permit to work system” was one of the challenge for safe work culture. This tailor-made soft based EPTW system which could be developed as per the organization safety guidelines has provided us ultimate solution. We had hesitation to go for this system as solid consistence maintenance support was a major reservation however we got an excellent and prompt support from M/S Ask EHS engineers throughout the journey. This system has exhibited all essential feature of company safety guidelines and hence this system can be established in other division of the company.
We are thankful to M/S ASK EHS for their excellent services throughout development and stabilization process of this system.
One of the advantages of awarding the contract to ASK-EHS is that they have expertise in the field and they are easily able to understand our requirements with very minimal consultation. It would be easy for us to roll out the projects within the stipulated time. We have partnered with ASK-EHS for many animation projects, software project and continue to use their services to this day.The net result of our association has been very fruitful and productive. Keep it up ASK-EHS!
The Permit to Work software is designed to manage the process of issuing permits to work, which are required before any hazardous work can occur. It is an end-to-end digitized PTW process for various permit types, such as cold work, hot work, etc.
ASK-EHS' e-PTW (electronic permit-to-work) software is a convenient tool to establish control, coordination, and communication following correct work sequences through computer/ mobile devices. The software:
Yes, the PTW software is beneficial as by automating the permit-to-work process, ePTW software can help to ensure that all necessary safety checks are carried out before work begins, thus reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. Its compatibility with handheld devices makes it a perfect solution for PTW processes.
The PTW system includes digitization of performed activities of a permit-to-work system as enlisted below:
ASK-EHS's Permit To Work System can be used by nearly every industry, like oil and gas, automotive, construction, telecommunication, chemical, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, shipbuilding, energy, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and more.
ASK-EHS' SAFE (EHS management software) offers Audit management for external and internal audits. You can track all your legal permits and various other compliance modules to simplify and effectively manage regulatory compliance by digitizing the processes. It also provides timely alerts, real-time actionable insights, and analytics for improvement and correction.
ASK EHS has an experience of almost two decades of providing end-to-end safety solutions. Our tailored solution delivery, experts within the national and international regulatory frameworks, and excellent rate for acceptance and proactive compliance management make us unique.
Of course! We know and understand that "one size fits all" is not a motto of the safety industry. Every sector, organization, and even department has specific safety demands, and we ensure to address individual solutions for all safety challenges.
Our in-house safety experts have a deep understanding of the EHS activities, plans, procedures, and terminologies, along with practical exposure to the challenges faced in industrial safety. This collaboration with the highly experienced professionals of ASK-EHS's Permit to Work system helps you monitor risks and prevent incidents.
Yes, we have product-specific case studies for reference. We also recommend exploring our EHS blog and resource gallery for whitepapers, videos, buying guides, and webinars. These will deepen your understanding of our work and help you make better choices.
Yes, of course! Eliminating the wastage of paper is a great initiative, and ASK-EHS is more than happy to extend our support by undergoing a complete digital transformation of your existing paper-based EHS / PTW activities.
All our safety software can be easily integrated with any third-party software like ERP or HRM systems. All we need is access to the system!
SAFE (EHS Management Software) Benefits:
e-PTW Benefits:
