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Lockout/Tagout is Part of an Energy Control Program
Lockout/Tagout is Part of an Energy Control Program Every workplace should have an energy control program in place, with LOTO safety being one part of that program. An energy control program includes established procedures for using locks and tags; the locks and tags themselves; training workers ...Read more -
The Purpose of Lockout/Tagout and LOTO Safety
The Purpose of Lockout/Tagout and LOTO Safety When machines or equipment are being prepared for service or maintenance, they often contain some form of “hazardous energy” that can cause harm to people in the area. Without the use of proper LOTO safety procedures, the serviced equipment can unexpe...Read more -
Results: Quickly and easily use Lockout/Tagout
Challenge: Optimise workplace safety Workplace safety is of major importance to many businesses. Sending all employees home at the end of every shift is perhaps the most humane and efficient action any employer can take to really value their people and the work they do. One of the solutions the l...Read more -
LOTO Safety: 7 Steps of lockout tagout
LOTO Safety: 7 Steps of lockout tagout Once equipment with hazardous energy sources are properly identified and maintenance procedures are documented, the following general steps should be accomplished before servicing activities are carried out: Prepare for shutdown Notify all affected employees...Read more -
What is Lockout Tagout? The Importance of LOTO Safety
What is Lockout Tagout? The Importance of LOTO Safety As industrial processes evolved, advancement in machineries started to require more specialized maintenance procedures. More serious incidents occurred that involved highly technological equipment at the time causing problems for LOTO Safety....Read more -
A LOTO Program Protects Workers From Hazardous Energy Releases
A LOTO Program Protects Workers From Hazardous Energy Releases When dangerous machines are not properly shut off, they can be started up again before maintenance or servicing work is completed. The unexpected startup or release of stored energy can result in serious worker injury or fatality. LO...Read more -
6 Key Elements to a Successful Lockout Tagout Program
6 Key Elements to a Successful Lockout Tagout Program Year after year, lockout tagout compliance continues to appear on OSHA’s Top 10 Cited Standards list. The majority of those citations are due to a lack of proper lockout procedures, program documentation, periodic inspections or other procedu...Read more -
Seven Basic Steps for Lock-out Tag-out
Seven Basic Steps for Lock-out Tag-out Think, plan and check. If you are in charge, think through the entire procedure. Identify all parts of any systems that need to be shut down. Determine what switches, equipment and people will be involved. Carefully plan how restarting will take place. Commu...Read more -
What types of lockout solutions are available that comply with OSHA standards?
What types of lockout solutions are available that comply with OSHA standards? Having the right tools for the job is important no matter what industry you work in, but when it comes to lockout safety, it is critical that you have the most versatile and sure-fit devices available for your employee...Read more -
Hazard Specific Training
Hazard Specific Training The following are training sessions employers are required to have for specific hazards: Asbestos Training: There are a few different levels of asbestos training including Asbestos Abatement Training, Asbestos Awareness Training, and Asbestos Operations and Maintenance tr...Read more -
When is OSHA Training Needed?
When is OSHA Training Needed? In many cases people will take OSHA training simply to learn more about best practices and regulations that are put in place to improve safety. These training classes can be given online or in person and will help to improve the overall workplace safety. In other cas...Read more -
Lockout / Tagout Case Studies
Case Study 1: Employees were performing repairs on an 8-ft-diameter pipeline that carried hot oil. They had properly locked and tagged pumping stations, pipeline valves and the control room prior to beginning repairs. When the work was completed and inspected all lockout / tagout safeguards were ...Read more