Overview
Permit Type is a feature that stores a registry of user-created permit types necessary for authorizing fieldwork. You use it to define, view, and, manage the specific types of permits required to execute a work order or its associated activities.
You can find it under Configuration > Core > Permits > Permit Type.
View and Understand the Permit Type Table
The permit type table provides essential information for each entry.
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Id:
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Code:
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Description:
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Institute: The institution authorized to issue this specific permit for fieldwork.
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Active:
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Blocker: If selected, this permit type blocks the execution of the work order or an activity until the permit is obtained.
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Order:
Manage the Permit Type Table
You can customize and manage how the data appears in the table:
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Rearrange columns
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Show or hide columns
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Sort permit types by
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Code
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Order
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Active
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Blocker
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Manage Individual Permits
To interact with an individual permit type entry, use the menu at the start of the row. You can view or edit the entry.
Create a Permit Type
To create a permit type, select New. For detailed instructions, see Create a Permit Type.