Permission for high-risk work in Lviv

Permit for High-Risk Work Lviv – why is it important?

Permit for high-risk work Lviv is an official document that confirms the right of a company or an individual entrepreneur to carry out activities that pose an increased risk to human life and health. Such works include, in particular, work at heights, installation or explosive works, operation of equipment under pressure, and other high-risk activities. Without the appropriate permit, performing such tasks is considered a violation of the law and may result in significant fines, suspension of activities, or even criminal liability.

How to obtain a permit for high-risk work in Lviv?

The procedure for obtaining a permit for high-risk work in Lviv requires preparing a package of documents, undergoing inspections of working conditions and equipment compliance with technical requirements. For an entrepreneur or company, this can be a rather complex task, since it is necessary to take into account many details: from staff training to the preparation of internal safety instructions. That is why most businesses turn to lawyers to complete all stages of the procedure quickly and without unnecessary difficulties.

Permit for hazardous work – protection of business and employees

An issued permit for hazardous work serves as a guarantee of safety both for the employer and employees. It confirms that all working conditions comply with legal requirements, and the company can legally perform high-risk work. In Lviv, lawyers of the “Olson” company help prepare documents, accompany the process of submission and obtaining the permit, and provide consultations on compliance with occupational safety requirements. This allows businesses to avoid fines and ensure stable operations without obstacles.

According to the current legislation of Ukraine, high-risk works are controlled by state bodies. Thus, on February 7, 2018, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the adopted amendments to the list of high-risk works and the list of high-risk machines, equipment and facilities.

For high-hazard works and mechanisms, a whole system of permits was established, which consists of 3 parts, namely:

• permitting the development of increased danger;
• admission to operation of equipment, sleeves, mechanisms, high-risk equipment;
• declaration of conformity of material and technical base to all legislative norms of labor protection.

That is why in order to legally perform work and use high-risk equipment, employers must obtain a high-risk work permit.

This document is issued to business entities and certifies permission to perform work of this nature. The permit is valid for 5 years from the date of registration, at the end of the period it must be renewed under the renewal procedure. The permit is valid throughout Ukraine.

In order to obtain a permit for high-risk work, you must go through all the stages of the procedure, which consist of:

• training in specialized institutions (training plants) of responsible persons of the enterprise and working specialties depending on the selected types of work;
• preparation of labor protection documentation;
• examination by accredited organizations by the bodies of the State Labor Service for compliance with the declared types of work;
• obtaining the opinion of experts;
• preparation and submission of documents to the permitting authority;
• obtaining permission.

But in order to quickly and efficiently issue a permit for high-risk work in Lviv, a competent team of specialists is required. This is exactly the team that works at OLSON Law Firm. Our qualified specialists will take on all the responsibilities of obtaining a permit and will be able to save time, money and nerves.

OLSON LVIV Law Firm will provide comprehensive consultations, help to collect and submit the necessary package of documents, guarantee full support throughout the process and become your representative in the State Labor Service.