What is Lockout/tagout?
Lockout/tagout (LOTO) is a series of operations Lockout and tagout on the energy isolation device in order to protect the safety of operators when the dangerous parts of the machine and equipment need to be contacted in repair, maintenance, cleaning, debugging and other activities, so as to come into contact with hazardous energy.
Lockout/tagout (LOTO) special case
LOTO exceptions should be requested for situations in which operations cannot be performed if LOTO is performed
In the case of LOTO exception, it is necessary to apply for safety control measures and get approval from safety manager and plant director before implementation.
LOTO matrix
Planned activities: repair, maintenance, cleaning
Unplanned activities: clearing clogging, spot cleaning, use of inching device, fine tuning, adjusting guide, replacement of curl
Removal of locks
Remove all tools and materials from the equipment
All safety guards are reset
All personnel clear of dangerous positions
Post time: Aug-07-2021