# Common Permit to Work (CPTW) — PermitMe

> PermitMe works out of the box with the Common Permit to Work (CPTW) standard. Ensure your staff and contractors use a familiar system without relearning processes.

## What is the Common Permit to Work (CPTW)?

The Common Permit to Work (CPTW) is a widely-adopted standard used across high-risk industries in New Zealand and beyond. It provides a structured, standardised approach to managing permits for hazardous work activities.

The CPTW system is backed by NZQA Unit Standards (17588 and 17590), ensuring that personnel are trained and competent in permit to work procedures that are consistent across organisations.

## How PermitMe Aligns with CPTW

PermitMe is built natively around the CPTW system. Every permit workflow, approval step, and safety check follows the familiar CPTW processes your teams already know.

This means no retraining, no adjustment period, and no friction. Your staff and contractors can start using PermitMe immediately because it mirrors the system they are already trained on.

## Why Does CPTW Matter?

- **Familiar for everyone:** Contractors and staff who have completed CPTW training will recognise the workflows immediately
- **NZQA recognised:** Aligned with NZQA Unit Standards 17588 and 17590 for permit to work competence
- **Industry standard:** Adopted across petrochemical, energy, manufacturing, and other high-risk sectors
- **Consistent safety:** Standardised processes reduce the risk of errors and ensure safety checks are never missed
- **Zero retraining:** Your teams can start using PermitMe on day one without additional CPTW training
- **Seamless transition:** Moving from manual CPTW processes to PermitMe is effortless — same standard, better tooling

## Learn More

- Product page: https://permitme.app/common-permit-to-work
- Contact: https://permitme.app/contact