LOCKOUT/TAGOUT (LOTO) PROCEDURE

When Do You Need Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedure?

A comprehensive lockout and tag out (LOTO) procedure is essential for ensuring worker safety during the maintenance or servicing of equipment that could pose a hazard. These procedures prevent accidents by ensuring all energy sources are properly shut off and disconnected before work begins. Using the right LOTO devices and lockout tagout programs is critical to maintaining a safe work environment.

You should implement a lockout and tag out procedure in situations such as:

• Servicing electrical equipment that does not need power to be on during maintenance.
• Removing or bypassing a machine guard or other safety mechanism where there’s a risk of injury or entanglement in moving machinery.
• Clearing jammed equipment that could restart unexpectedly.
• Protecting workers from released energy, like steam from a valve or electricity from faulty internal wiring.

At RESA Power, safety is our top priority. Our engineers adhere to industry standards and OSHA requirements to help identify which electrical assets require lockout tagout programs. We then develop customized, equipment-specific LOTO procedures tailored to your power equipment. With the right lockout tagout device and LOTO devices in place, you can ensure your team’s safety and compliance with regulations.

Lockout Equipment Inventory

Our engineers begin by analyzing your equipment and identifying what needs lockout using proper lock out tag out kits and LOTO tags.

Lockout Procedure Development

Following LOTO procedures reduces the risk of injury from unexpected equipment startup or energy release. We develop custom LOTO programs that train your team to safely shut down and lock out equipment during maintenance or repairs.

Comprehensive LOTO Program

Our lockout/tagout safety procedures meet all necessary requirements to isolate hazardous energy. This ensures machines are de-energized and locked out before servicing, preventing accidental startup and protecting workers.

What is the OSHA Standard for Control of Hazardous Energy Sources?

Companies must have a clear and regularly practiced lock out tag out (LOTO) system to protect workers and comply with OSHA standards. Proper LOTO training ensures employees can safely handle machines and equipment, preventing accidents from potential hazards.

The OSHA standard for controlling hazardous energy, outlined in Title 29 CFR Part 1910.147, focuses on practices and procedures to disable machinery or equipment. This prevents the release of hazardous energy during servicing or maintenance. The standard covers controlling energy sources such as electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, and others.

WHAT IS HAZARDOUS ENERGY?

Hazardous energy comes from sources like electrical circuits, mechanical systems, hydraulic or pneumatic pressure, and more. If not properly controlled, these can lead to serious injuries or even death. For example, unexpected equipment startups or the release of stored energy can harm workers.

Using proper lock out tag out procedures, isolation devices, and energy-isolating devices (like circuit breakers) helps prevent these risks. Training employees on LOTO practices is essential to safeguard against these dangers.