Scafftag has devised seven
simple steps to safer
machinery using Lockout
Tagout products. The
Lockout Tagout programmes
are designed to eliminate
accidental start-up of
machines or equipment, and
to prevent the release of
stored energy during
servicing or maintenance.
Scafftag has devised seven
simple steps to safer
machinery using Lockout
Tagout products. The
Lockout Tagout programmes
are designed to eliminate
accidental start-up of
machines or equipment, and
to prevent the release of
stored energy during
servicing or maintenance.
1 Preparation: Identify the
type of energy used and its
potential hazards. Locate
the isolator(s) and prepare
to 'lock off' energy source.
2 Notification: Inform
operators and supervisors
who may be affected by
isolating the machinery.
3 Shut-Down: Turn off the
equipment or machine.
4 Lock Off: Lock off all
energy sources using the
lockout device to prevent
energy release within the
equipment, pipes or
machinery. Apply a lock so
no one can turn the switch
or valve whilst work is
under taken. The key
should be stored securely
or held by the person
isolating the equipment.
Attach a lockout warning
tag.
5 Test: Test all machine
controls and electrical
circuits to ensure energy is
completely isolated.
6 Repair or Rework:
Perform maintenance
and/or servicing.
7 Return to Service: When
work is done and lockout/
tagout devices removed,
test and look to ensure all
tools and mechanical and
electrical lockout devices
have been removed.
