Permit Trigger Matrix

A quick matrix for deciding when permit-to-dig, hot work, isolation, confined space and lifting permits should be considered.

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Apply it before the RAMS leaves your desk

Check the draft against the actual site, method, permits, evidence and briefing requirements before submission.

Choose the work, add site details, answer risk triggers, review gaps and export a PDF draft.

Find task-specific RAMS starting points by trade, task, hazard or permit trigger.

Use checkers, permits, calculators and document builders alongside the RAMS workflow.

These tools are drafting aids. Check the current source material before relying on them for a live project.

Download

The downloadable version is plain Markdown so it can be pasted into Word, Google Docs, Notion or a site document portal.

Do it interactively

RAMS review checks

Site-specific: Actual site, work area, access, interfaces, site rules, public or occupants and emergency arrangements.
Evidence-ready: Permits, COSHH/SDS, competence, inspections, isolation records, briefings, sign-off and revision control.
Usable on site: A numbered method, risk ratings and controls a supervisor can brief before work starts.
Competent review: RamsDocs drafts the document; the competent person checks, revises and approves it before use.

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