Release After Long-Term Shutdown
You should have an additional energy-control procedure to protect workers if they must restart equipment after long-term shutdowns. Make sure you do the following:
What can happen if release from long-term LOTO does not include making sure equipment is operating correctly.
- Determine who will be responsible for monitoring any lockout and tagout devices that control energy to the equipment.
- Include steps in the procedure for protecting workers if they need to remove or change parts while the equipment is shut down.
- Do not restart equipment until you are absolutely certain that it is working properly.
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7-5. If there has been a long-term shutdown of equipment or machinery, what action should you take prior to startup?
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