Legit: Lock-Out-Tag-Out

Each point of isolation shall be tagged. Tags shall be the commercially available type intended for use in Lock-Out-Tag-Out. They must have an appropriate message such as:

"Danger - Do Not Operate" and a statement prohibiting unauthorized removal. The responsible person's name, date, equipment being serviced, and other pertinent

What is the leading cause of death on a vessel

LOTO

Completed Lock-Out-Tag-Out Permits are to be retained by the Department Head responsible for the work for At Least

One year

The Second Form after the JSA is the

Responsible Form 7.24

The Lock-Out-Tag-Out Permit form 7.24 shall be kept in a

central location appropriate to the equipment that has been Locked-Out such as the Engine Control Room or Bridge

Lock-Out-Tag-Out devices shall be applied at the point of isolation closest to the

energy source where practicable

All potential hazardous energy sources shall be isolated from the

equipment or system that will be used when possible. Two-level isolation may be possible in some instances and shall be used when possible

The Watch Officer or other responsible person shall pass on to the relieving watch all

information on the status of systems that have been locked and tagged out of service

Lock-Out-Tag-Out information shall be included on each tag. Tags shall be affixed using

plastic cable ties or other substantial means

Who is responsible for ensuring the Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedure is adhered to

the Master

When removing Lock-Out-Tag-Out devices:

- An inspection by the person doing the work shall be made at the completion of maintenance to ensure that the equipment or system is ready to be tested and returned to service - Tools and other non-essential items are to be removed from the area, - Guards are put back in place, - All effected personnel are to be notified that the means of isolation and the Lock-Out-Tag-Out will be removed - Lock-Out-Tag-Out devices shall only be removed by the person who attached them - Equipment may be re-energized after verification that tags have been removed and that personnel are clear of any hazard. Startup of the equipment should be under the supervision of the person responsible for the work - The person performing the work will complete the Lock-Out-Tag-Out Permit Form 7.24

When applying Lock-Out-Tag-Out devices:

- Announce the shut down of the equipment to all effected personnel - Prepare the equipment for shut down - Shut down the equipment, if in doubt about shut down sequence refer to the manufacturers manual - Disconnect the energy isolating device - Apply the Lock-Out-Tag-Out device - Release any stored or residual energy - Retest to verify that the equipment is isolated - The person doing the work shall fill out the Lock-Out-Tag-Out form- 7.24

Sources of hazardous energy and potential risks that should be considered include:

- electrical - mechanical - pressure - thermal - chemical - stored - radiation - sound

Always have Two Levels of Isolation where possible with LOTO Example:

1. Breaker - & Electrical Controller on piece of equipment/machinery when isolation is done, ALL points shall be commercially available - They must have the appropriate message - Must be fixed with zip-tie, lock, tape, etc. - Must have the information followed: -- Name -- Date -- Equipment serviced or what is locked out for service of some kind

Risks Associated with LOTO:

1. Electrical 2. Mechanical 3. Pressure Energy's 4. Thermal Heat in Piping (causing burns) 5. Chemical 6. Stored Injury i.e. Battery, ENG., and in Springs etc. 7. Radiation in Radars 8. Sound Energy i.e. Ships Whistle

When doing Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO)

1. Identify the hazards 2. Show those and have a JSA - Job Safety Analysis

Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO)

1. Protects you from Electricity 2. Isolated - isolates you from the power souse to keep it out/off and you safe

Who is responsible for ensuring that these procedures are understood and followed whenever personnel could be at risk

Department Heads and Job Supervisors

What is the purpose of Lock-Out-Tag-Out

To provide guidelines and procedures to prevent injuries and/or property damage caused by accidental release of hazardous energy aboard the vessel