Learn about common Lockout tagout tools

Learn about common Lockout tagout tools

1. Energy isolation device
Physical mechanical devices used to prevent energy transmission or release, such as electrical circuit breakers, electrical switches, pneumatic valves, hydraulic valves, globe valves, etc
2. Lock
Personal locks are blue
The primary lock used to attach to the power source is red
The lock box used by the department is green
Contractor’s personal lock is purple
There is a key for each lock and it must not be used for any other purpose
3. The warning sign is used to hang on the energy isolation device to remind others not to start the device until the warning sign is removed
4. Confirm the brand
The steps used to verify Lockout tagout have been performed correctly