lockout/tagout
Lockout-tagout (LOTO) or tag and tag is a safety procedure which is used in industry and research settings to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not started up again prior to the completion of maintenance or servicing work. It requires that hazardous power sources be "isolated and rendered inoperative" before any repair procedure is started.
"Lock and tag" works in conjunction with a lock usually locking the device or the power source with the hasp, and placing it in such a position that no hazardous power sources can be turned on. The procedure requires that a tag be affixed to the locked device indicating that it should not be turned on or used.
General Responsibilities:
"Lock and tag" works in conjunction with a lock usually locking the device or the power source with the hasp, and placing it in such a position that no hazardous power sources can be turned on. The procedure requires that a tag be affixed to the locked device indicating that it should not be turned on or used.
General Responsibilities:
- The employer should ensure that workers know which energy sources may need to be controlled.
- Notify all affected workers that a lockout is required and the reason for the lockout.
- Machine or Equipment Shutdown and Isolation
- Application of Lockout/Tagout
- Verification of Isolation
- Lockout/Tagout Interruption
- Release From Lockout/Tagout
- General Lockout Recommendations
- Lockout for Hydraulic System