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Lockout Tagout scope and application
Lockout Tagout scope and application Basic principles of Lockout Tagout: The energy of the device must be released, and the energy isolation device must be locked or Lockout tag. Lockout tagout must be implemented when the following activities are involved in the repair or maintenance operation:...Read more -
Supervisor Responsibilities
Supervisor Responsibilities The job responsibilities of a supervisor are critical when it comes to the enforcement of LOTO procedures. Here we will outline some of the main responsibilities of the supervisor in regards to lockout/tagout. FREE Lockout Tagout Guide!Create Equipment Specific LOTO Pr...Read more -
Lockout Vs Tagout – What’s the Difference?
Proper locks: Having the right type of locks will go a long way toward ensuring lockout/tagout is successful. While you technically can use any type of padlock or standard lock to secure power to a machine, a better option is locks that are made specifically for this purpose. A good lockout/tagou...Read more -
Performing Routine Maintenance
Performing Routine Maintenance When maintenance professionals enter a hazardous area of a machine to perform routine work, the lockout/tagout program must be used. Large machinery often needs to have fluids changed, parts greased, gears replaced, and much more. If someone has to enter the machine...Read more -
Employees Working in & Around Machinery
Employees Working in & Around Machinery The most direct benefit from LOTO is going to be for the employees who work in and around heavy machinery. Prior to the widespread implementation of this program hundreds of people would be killed each year, and thousands more injured, because of accide...Read more -
What is Lockout Tagout?
What is Lockout Tagout? The LOTO safety procedure involves the complete de-energization of a machine. In short, maintenance workers have the potential to be exposed to not only electrical hazards while they are performing their daily tasks, but also hazardous energy in the form of mechanical, hy...Read more -
What Comes in a LOTO Station?
What Comes in a LOTO Station? There are many different types of lockout/tagout stations that you can purchase, and each one will have a different list of items that is included. In general, however, you will find locks, tags, keys, instructions, and a location where it can all be stored. The lock...Read more -
Physical Description of a Tag
Physical Description of a Tag A lockout/tagout tag can come in a variety of different designs. Choosing the one that works best for your facility will help ensure they are easily recognizable. While you can pick any design you would like, it is best to stick with only one design at all times so t...Read more -
What is the LOTO Procedure?
What is the LOTO Procedure? The LOTO procedure is a pretty straight forward safety policy that has saved thousands of lives and prevented many more injuries. The exact steps taken will vary some from company to company, but the basic requirements are as follows: Power is Disconnected – The first ...Read more -
What other tools should be used in a lockout/tagout strategy?
Proper locks: Having the right type of locks will go a long way toward ensuring lockout/tagout is successful. While you technically can use any type of padlock or standard lock to secure power to a machine, a better option is locks that are made specifically for this purpose. A good lockout/tagou...Read more -
What are machine-specific lockout/tagout procedures?
Lockout/tagout (LOTO) is a program that physically removes the sources of power to a machine, locks them out, and has a tag in place that indicates why the power was removed. This is a safety procedure that is used whenever someone is working in or around a dangerous area of a machine to ensure i...Read more -
Where should lockout/tagout tags be placed?
Placed with the Locks Lockout/tagout tags should always be placed with the locks that are used to prevent power from being restored. The locks can come in many different styles including padlocks, pin locks, and many others. While the lock is what will physically stop someone from restoring the p...Read more
