Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) Safety Training at the Workplace

Lockout-tagout (LOTO) is a safety procedure used in industrial and maintenance settings to ensure the safe isolation and control of hazardous energy sources during the maintenance, repair, or servicing of machinery or equipment. It is designed to protect workers from the unexpected startup or release of stored energy, which could cause injury or death.

The procedure involves the following steps:

1. Preparation: Before beginning any maintenance or servicing work, a thorough assessment of the equipment is conducted to identify the energy sources involved and determine the appropriate isolation measures.
2. Equipment Shutdown: The machinery or equipment is shut down following the manufacturer’s instructions or standard operating procedures. This includes turning off power switches, closing valves, and ensuring all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
3. Isolation: Each energy source that poses a potential hazard is isolated or blocked off using lockout devices such as padlocks, hasps, or valve lockouts. This prevents the equipment from being unintentionally re-energized.
4. Tagout: A prominent warning tag or label is securely attached to the locked-out energy isolation device. The tag provides information about the person responsible for the lockout, the reason for the lockout, and the expected duration.
5. Verification: Once the energy sources are locked out and tagged, a verification process is carried out to ensure they are effectively isolated. This may involve attempting to start the equipment or testing the equipment controls to confirm zero energy state.
6. Maintenance or Servicing: With the equipment in a safe and locked-out state, the authorized personnel can proceed with their maintenance, repair, or servicing tasks.
7. Removal and Restoration: Once the work is complete, the personnel remove their locks and tags, and energy sources are restored in a controlled manner. This may involve following specific procedures to prevent sudden release of stored energy or unexpected startup.

The lockout-tagout procedure is crucial for preventing accidental injuries caused by the unexpected release of energy, such as electrical shock, machine movement, or the release of stored pressure. Compliance with lockout-tagout protocols helps ensure the safety of workers and minimizes the risk of workplace accidents.

Our training program is designed to ensure the modules are aligned with your current plant operations and other related work activities.

Related Training
Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Risk Control (HIRARC) Training
Incident Command System (ICS) Training
Behavioral Based Safety Training at Workplace
Emergency Response & Preparedness (ERP) Training

Training Contents

The training should cover but not be limited to the topics below:

1. Introduction to Lockout-Tagout(LOTO),
2. Hazardous Energy Sources,
3. Roles and Responsibilities,
4. LOTO Procedures,
5. Equipment-Specific Procedures,
6. Communication and Coordination,
7. Emergency Procedures, &
8. Case Studies and Real-Life Examples:

Training Duration

1-day training

Training Location

In-house Client’s site.