A Working at Heights Permit<\/strong> is a critical safety control used to manage the risks of falls from height, falling objects, and unsafe access while performing work above ground level. Tasks such as roof work, scaffold use, ladder work, elevated work platforms, and structural installations present a high risk of serious injury or fatality if not properly controlled.<\/p>\n The JSEAsy Working at Heights Permit<\/strong> is a professionally developed, fully editable Permit to Work (PTW)<\/strong> template designed to help businesses formally authorise work at height, verify controls, and demonstrate compliance with Australian WHS legislation and recognised industry best practice.<\/p>\n A Working at Heights Permit is a formal authorisation system that confirms:<\/p>\n Work at height has been properly planned and assessed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Fall prevention or fall protection controls are in place<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Access systems are suitable and inspected<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Workers are trained, competent, and authorised<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Rescue arrangements are in place before work starts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The permit helps ensure height-related work is monitored, suspended, and closed out safely.<\/p>\n This Working at Heights Permit template includes clearly structured sections to guide permit issuers, supervisors, and workers through the full permit process:<\/p>\n Description of work at height and work location<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Height-related hazard identification<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Fall prevention and fall arrest controls<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Edge protection, guardrails, and covers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ladders, scaffolds, and EWP checks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Anchor points and fall arrest system verification<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Exclusion zones and dropped object controls<\/p>\n<\/li>\n PPE requirements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Worker competency and authorisation checks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Weather and environmental conditions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Emergency and rescue arrangements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Permit issue, suspension, cancellation, and close-out<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Authorisation and sign-off sections<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The layout is practical, site-focused, and designed to reduce omissions and unsafe shortcuts.<\/p>\n This permit can be used for:<\/p>\n Roof installation and maintenance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Scaffold erection and dismantling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Elevated work platform (EWP) use<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ladder work and access systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Structural steel and precast installation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Maintenance work above ground level<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n It is suitable for construction, maintenance, warehousing, manufacturing, and industrial environments.<\/p>\n Helps prevent falls from height and serious injuries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Supports compliance with Australian WHS legislation<\/a> and Codes of Practice<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Confirms fall protection and rescue planning before work begins<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Provides clear authorisation and accountability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Creates auditable safety records for inspections and investigations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Supplied as a fully editable Microsoft Word document<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Easily customised with your company logo, site details, and procedures<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Suitable for printing or digital completion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Can be adapted for site-specific or task-specific height work<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The JSEAsy Working at Heights Permit integrates seamlessly with:<\/p>\n
\nWhat Is a Working at Heights Permit?<\/h2>\n
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\nWhat\u2019s Included in the JSEAsy Working at Heights Permit Template<\/h2>\n
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\nSuitable Working at Heights Activities<\/h2>\n
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\nKey Benefits<\/h2>\n
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\nDocument Format & Customisation<\/h2>\n
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\nHow This Fits Into Your Safety System<\/h2>\n