Area Authority (AAD)

Approve the design of energy isolation and oversee the implementation of energy isolation measures prior to the issuance of work permits. Confirm that energy isolation is in place before task initiation and demonstrate the isolation to the PA. Confirm positive isolation for Hot Work,, and Confined Space Entry tasks. Liaise with the station SAEP to ensure that all work with electrical content is reviewed, and all associated electrical certificates and risk assessments are in place. Authorises sanction to test on agreed isolations and points Maintains station isolation register, monitoring work scopes and removing isolation when required or transferring to LTI.

Close permits by signing to confirm that work is completed, ensuring that the worksite is left safe, clean, and tidy. Ensure that energy isolation is removed after work completion and the cancellation of the permit.

Conduct a thorough handover regarding ongoing tasks during shift changes with the oncoming AA, ensuring continuity and safety.

Ensure that work can proceed safely with no significant impact from or to SIMOPS.

Attend daily permit/SIMOPS meetings to provide detailed work scopes to support the Site Manager (SM). Capture any lessons learned from the CoW process within WorkSafe and conduct self-verification audits.