Industry News
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Special operations such as hot work and confined space operations must follow the “double Lockout tagout” principle
Core requirement: What is “Double lockout tagout”? “Dual lockout tagout” is an upgraded requirement based on the standard lockout tagout procedure. Its core lies in implementing dual independent energy isolation and warning: The first level: Personal locks of the workers. ...Read more -
The warning of mechanical injury accidents directly points to the formalization of the locking and tagging process
The Warning of Mechanical Injury Accidents Directly Points to the Formalization of the Locking and Tagging Process (Industry Analysis Report) A series of recent serious mechanical injury accidents has cast a spotlight once again on industrial energy isolation management. Investigations reveal tha...Read more -
Emphasize Lockout and tagout as “intrinsically safe design”
For a long time, “Intrinsically Safe Design” has been regarded as the highest level of risk control. Its core is to fundamentally eliminate or reduce dangers through technical means, such as adopting low voltage, explosion-proof structures or eliminating sharp components. “Locko...Read more -
Energy was not isolated during maintenance: Investigation reveals the root cause of the fatal accide
Introduction: A recent investigation into a fatal accident during maintenance work has revealed a critical oversight that led to the tragic outcome. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of following proper safety protocols when working with energy sources. In this article, we...Read more -
New challenges for LOTO in the renewable energy sector: Risk Management and maintenance of wind powe
Introduction: The renewable energy sector has seen significant growth in recent years, with wind power playing a crucial role in the transition to cleaner energy sources. However, with this growth comes new challenges for the implementation of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures in the maintenance ...Read more -
Enhancing New Employee Safety Training to Reduce Workplace Accidents
Title: Enhancing New Employee Safety Training to Reduce Workplace Accidents Introduction: New employee safety accidents are a common occurrence in many workplaces, leading to injuries, lost productivity, and increased costs for employers. Experts emphasize the importance of strengthening training...Read more -
LOTO Risk Assessment and Plan Formulation
Risk assessment and plan formulation: For the equipment to be maintained, the Equipment Department, the Safety Department, and the maintenance team jointly conduct a risk assessment to identify potential energy sources (such as electrical energy, mechanical energy, hydraulic energy, chemical ener...Read more -
LOTO “Reverse Operation” closed-loop management
After the maintenance is completed, the unlocking and resumption of work should be carried out in the reverse order of isolation to ensure the safe operation of the equipment. On-site cleaning and inspection: Maintenance personnel clear the operation site, remove tools, materials, waste materials...Read more -
Safety red line: Don’t forget Lockout and Tagout
Recently, the results of a nationwide safety surprise inspection targeting the manufacturing, energy and chemical industries have shown that despite the clear requirements of regulations, there are still serious loopholes in the implementation of the “locking and hanging” procedure, w...Read more -
Benefits of a Complete LOTO System
Introduction: A comprehensive Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) system is essential for ensuring the safety of workers when servicing or maintaining equipment. This system helps prevent unexpected energization or startup of machinery, which can lead to serious injuries or fatalities. In this article, we will...Read more -
Regarding Lock-to-tag (LOTO
Large-scale reconciliation and rectification Recently, Food processing giant Zwanenberg Food Group USA Inc. It reached a settlement with OSHA, agreeing to pay a fine of up to 1.7 million US dollars and invest an additional 1.9 million US dollars to enhance the safety standards of its Cincinnati f...Read more -
Self-assessment Form for LOTO Execution
On the morning of April 13, 2022, the wechat work group of the steel rolling workshop of the third line of the bar plant of a certain steel company reported that there were occasional steel jams in the 12-meter linking material device. After the maintenance personnel completed the procedures such...Read more
