Authorised Person Low Hazard
HTM02-01:2026

The Low Hazard Authorised Person (MGPS) supports the safe day-to-day management of the Medical Gas Pipeline System where a full-time Authorised Person arrangement may not be practical, such as at smaller or non-acute healthcare facilities.

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The role is limited to low-hazard activities and may include issuing low-hazard permits-to-work, granting permission and access for appropriate work, supervising routine work by Competent Persons (MGPS), reporting faults and responding to alarms and emergencies. The Low Hazard Authorised Person also supports system interruption and contingency arrangements, manages MGPS keys and labelling, controls test and emergency supply equipment and oversees the safe use of plant, manifolds, cylinders and backfeed arrangements where required.

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The role does not permit high-hazard works or works requiring pipeline isolation. Low-hazard permits issued by the Low Hazard Authorised Person should be reviewed and countersigned by the Authorised Person (MGPS) at the earliest opportunity, in accordance with HTM 02-01:2026

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Course Format

• Duration: 1 day

• Delivery Options:

  • Bespoke on-site training for your team

• Class Size: Typically 1–12 delegates

• Training Style:

  • Targeted classroom instruction

  • Facilitated discussions

  • Practical examples and scenario work

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This course is delivered in a concise and highly applicable format, focused on the responsibilities, limitations and decision-making requirements of the Low Hazard Authorised Person (MGPS).

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Course Content

This training provides a clear framework for Responsible Persons to understand their role in supporting safe MGPS operations and governance, including:

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• MGPS basic principles

• Statutory obligations and safe systems of operation

• Structure and management of the permit-to-work system

• System interruption and contingency planning

• Permission to work and use of “Do not use” plugs

• Supervision of routine work by Competent Persons (MGPS)

• Fault reporting and emergency procedures

• MGPS testing following low-hazard works

• Low Hazard Authorised Person management responsibilities

• Identification of MGPS components

• Completion of PTW and RAMS for a low-hazard scenario

• Specification and performance of verification testing for low-hazard repair scenarios

• Set-up, use and monitoring of backfeed kits

• Understanding the limitations of the Low Hazard Authorised Person role

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Assessment & Certification

Delegates complete a focused assessment to confirm their understanding of the Low Hazard Authorised Person role and the safe management of low-hazard MGPS activities.

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Assessment Format:
Knowledge assessment through discussion and multiple-choice examination, supported by practical scenario assessment.

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Delegates who successfully complete the course receive a Low Hazard Authorised Person (MGPS) Training Certificate

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Completion of the course provides the training required for the role but does not, by itself, constitute formal appointment by the healthcare organisation.