Lock it down, Tag it up & create a Safe Workplace

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o "Locking" down safety in the workplace
doesn't have to be a "key" issue!
o In fact, it's as easy as following the
"LOTO" procedure to keep yourself and
your coworkers safe.

So, let's "bolt" down and take a closer look

at the steps of an ideal LOTO procedure.

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o Identify the equipment to be serviced
o Notify all affected employees
o Obtain the necessary tools and
equipment
o Identify and review the specific LOTO
procedure for the asset

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o Identify all energy sources
o Identify all LOTO devices needed
o Determine the sequence of steps for the
LOTO procedure

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o Shut down the equipment using the
correct procedures
o Follow any specific instructions for the
equipment

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o Identify and locate all energy sources
o Follow the LOTO procedure to
disconnect each energy source

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o Install locks and tags on
each energy source
o Ensure that the locks and
tags are properly labeled
and identifiable

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o Release or block any stored energy in the
equipment
o Follow the specific LOTO procedure for
the equipment

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o Verify that all energy sources are
disconnected and locked out
o Verify that all stored energy has been
released or blocked
o Verify that the equipment is in a safe
condition to work on

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o Perform any scheduled servicing or
maintenance on the equipment
o Follow the specific procedures for the
equipment

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o Remove all locks and tags from the
equipment
o Follow the specific procedures for
restoring the equipment to service
o Notify affected employees that the
equipment is back in service

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LOTO procedures are critical to ensuring the
safety of employees who work on or near
equipment

Following the steps of an ideal LOTO procedure

can help prevent accidents and injuries

Always follow specific procedures for each piece

of equipment to ensure that the LOTO procedure
is done correctly

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