Lockout/Tagout of Equipment
Proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices and procedures should always be used to protect workers from the release of any source of electrical, high-pressure, tension, kinetic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, or other hazardous energy. For more information see OSHAcademy course 713 Confined Space Program or course 816 Confined Space Safety in Contruction .
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) devices.
When using lockout/tagout procedures, be sure to:
- Use an approved lockout/tagout device when performing maintenance or repair work on equipment to ensure all equipment is in a zero energy state (cold and dead).
- Locks should never be removed by anyone but the owner of the lock without the approval of an authorized company representative.
- Use a secure lock and chain or double block and bleed systems to values if an accidental opening or closing could create a hazard to workers.
- Verify Lockout devices are correctly attached and cycle off/on switches to verify that the equipment is properly locked-out before starting work.
- Only a key or combination type lock with identification tag is allowed to ensure an effective lockout.
- In addition to lockout devices, place "Do Not Operate" tags on all necessary valves and engagement devices used in the isolating or locking out of equipment.
- Activate the proper blocking, braking, and securing devices of all equipment when servicing or repairing electrical, rotating equipment, and/or auxiliary power.
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2-2. Which of the following is an approved lockout device?
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