OSHA: Introduction to Lockout/Tagout

The placement of a lock on an energy-isolating device to ensure it cannot be operated is called:

Lockout

Drag and drop the characteristics statement on the right to the correct category

Lockout device: -Prevents switches from being activated -Prevents valves from being turned on -Locks by key Tagout device: -Warns that machinery or equipment has been de-energized so work can be preformed -May be attached by lock -May be attached by nylon cable tie

Who can preform lockout/tagout procedures?

Only authorized employees

The locks and tags used in lockout/tagout must:

-Identify the person who applied them -Be durable and able to withstand their environment -Be standardized in your facility

Authorized employees must:

-Know the methods and means for energy isolation and control -Recognize hazardous energy sources -Know the type and magnitude of the energy available in the workplace

Examples of when lockout/tagout procedures are required include:

-Lubricating machines or equipment -Unjamming machines or equipment -Making adjustments or tool changes

Employers are responsible for establishing a lockout/tagout program that includes:

-Periodic inspections -Energy control procedures -Employee training

Draw a line from each responsibility on the left to its matching role on the right.

1.Awareness of lockout/tagout procedures - Affected employees 2.Preform lockout/tagout procedures - Authorized employees 3.Follow all safety procedures - All employees 4.Develop energy control procedures - Employer

lockout/tagout is:

A method to control energy during servicing or maintenance

A device that warns against operating machinery or equipment during lockout/tagout procedures is called:

A tag

Which item requires following lockout/tagout procedures before service or maintenance can be done?

Conveyer Belt