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Aug 7
Lockout and tagout devices are used to ensure that machinery and equipment are properly shut off and not able to be turned on during maintenance or repair work. Lockout devices physically prevent the machinery from being operated, while tagout devices provide a visual warning that the equipment is not to be used. These devices help to protect workers from accidental start-ups and other hazards while they are working on the equipment.
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Aug 7
Lockout and Tagout (LOTO) devices are physical mechanisms used to prevent machines or equipment from being energized or operated during maintenance or repair, protecting workers from hazardous energy release.
Types of Lockout and Tagout Devices:
1. Locks:
- Padlocks: Commonly used to prevent unauthorized access to energy sources.
- Hasps: Devices that hold multiple padlocks in place on a single energy isolation point.
2. Tags:
- Danger Tags: Brightly colored, durable tags that clearly communicate the presence of hazardous energy.
- Lockout Tags: Tags that indicate a specific lock holder and the reason for the lockout.
3. Isolation Devices:
- Shut-off Valves: Devices that physically block the flow of energy, such as fluid or gas.
- Circuit Breakers: Switches that disconnect electrical circuits.
- Blind Flanges: Plates that are bolted over pipe openings to prevent the flow of energy.
4. Auxiliary Devices:
- Lockout/Tagout Stations: Designated areas where LOTO devices are stored and easily accessible.
- Key Cabinets: Secure storage units for keys to locked energy isolation points.
- Warning Signs: Signage that alerts workers to the presence of LOTO devices and the associated hazards.
5. Group Lockout Boxes:
- Devices that allow multiple workers to lock out an energy source using their own padlocks, ensuring individual control and accountability.
Purpose of Lockout and Tagout:
- Prevent accidental startup or release of hazardous energy during maintenance or repairs.
- Protect workers from injuries, fatalities, and equipment damage.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Application:
- Any equipment or machinery where hazardous energy poses a risk to workers, such as:
- Electrical equipment
- Mechanical equipment
- Fluid and gas systems
- Hydraulic equipment
Types of Lockout and Tagout Devices:
1. Locks:
- Padlocks: Commonly used to prevent unauthorized access to energy sources.
- Hasps: Devices that hold multiple padlocks in place on a single energy isolation point.
2. Tags:
- Danger Tags: Brightly colored, durable tags that clearly communicate the presence of hazardous energy.
- Lockout Tags: Tags that indicate a specific lock holder and the reason for the lockout.
3. Isolation Devices:
- Shut-off Valves: Devices that physically block the flow of energy, such as fluid or gas.
- Circuit Breakers: Switches that disconnect electrical circuits.
- Blind Flanges: Plates that are bolted over pipe openings to prevent the flow of energy.
4. Auxiliary Devices:
- Lockout/Tagout Stations: Designated areas where LOTO devices are stored and easily accessible.
- Key Cabinets: Secure storage units for keys to locked energy isolation points.
- Warning Signs: Signage that alerts workers to the presence of LOTO devices and the associated hazards.
5. Group Lockout Boxes:
- Devices that allow multiple workers to lock out an energy source using their own padlocks, ensuring individual control and accountability.
Purpose of Lockout and Tagout:
- Prevent accidental startup or release of hazardous energy during maintenance or repairs.
- Protect workers from injuries, fatalities, and equipment damage.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Application:
- Any equipment or machinery where hazardous energy poses a risk to workers, such as:
- Electrical equipment
- Mechanical equipment
- Fluid and gas systems
- Hydraulic equipment
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