LOTO-Lockout/ Tagout Saves Lives!
Before any maintenance or repair work, Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) is a MUST. It protects workers from unexpected energization and serious injuries.
Lockout Physically locks the energy-isolating device
Tagout - Warns others not to operate the equipment
Purpose of LOTO:
Prevent accidental start-up
Control hazardous energy
Protect workers from injury or f
LOTO-Lockout/ Tagout Saves Lives!
Before any maintenance or repair work, Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) is a MUST. It protects workers from unexpected energization and serious injuries.
Lockout Physically locks the energy-isolating device
Tagout - Warns others not to operate the equipment
Purpose of LOTO:
Prevent accidental start-up
Control hazardous energy
Protect workers from injury or fatality
Basic LOTO Steps:
1 Prepare for shutdown
2 Inform affected employees
3 Shut down equipment
4 Isolate all energy sources
5 Apply lock & tag
6 Release stored energy
7 Verify isolation
REMEMBER: Never try to operate equipment that is locked or tagged out!
Safety is not an option, it's a responsibility.
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