Digital Work-at-Height Permits: Smarter Approvals, Stronger Controls, Safer Sites
Working at height can turn an ordinary job into a serious hazard within seconds. Tasks that might feel routine at ground level become far more dangerous when they’re done near open edges, on ladders, scaffolds, rooftops, or mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). One misstep, one unstable surface, or one unexpected shift in conditions can cause a fall, significant injury, major project delays, and costly disruptions. This is exactly why a work-at-height (WAH) permit matters. It introduces structure to risky activities by clearly defining what work will happen, who is allowed to perform it, what safety protections must be in place, and what the team will do if an incident occurs. When this permit is managed through a digital permit-to-work (PTW) workflow, organizations gain real-time visibility, quicker approvals, and dependable time-stamped documentation. What a Work-at-Height (WAH) Permit Really Is A WAH permit is a formal authorization that must be obt...