#13 | Permits to Work Explained: Turning High-Risk Work into Safe, Controlled Operations
The Health and Safety HubShow Notes
Permits to Work are often misunderstood as just another layer of paperwork - but when used properly, they are one of the most effective tools for managing high-risk work. In this episode of The Health and Safety Hub, EMA’s Kevin Chambers sits down with Reuben Turnpenny, Regional Safety Manager - Auckland at Fulton Hogan. Together, they unpack how Permits to Work function in real-world settings, including excavations, confined spaces, hot works, working at height and asbestos removal.
Reuben explains how permits act as a critical communication and coordination tool, especially when multiple contractors and overlapping activities are involved. Reuben is a graduate of the EMA’s NZ Diploma in Workplace Health and Safety Management (Level 6), the country’s only face-to-face NZQA Level 6 programme for health and safety professionals. More information on the EMA’s health and safety training courses can be found here: Health and Safety Courses: Discover Professional Training | EMA. This podcast series is proudly produced in partnership with nib. NZ Health Insurance | Welcome to nib
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