Procedures, devices, and personnel must be set in place to prevent the serious injury or death that could occur when someone thinks something is safely off. To ensure machines and equipment remain inoperable means establishing a "program consisting of energy control procedures, employee training, and periodic inspections..." as described in the OSHA standard. The standard also identifies products used for achieving these goals, such as lockout and tagout devices.
Lockout Tagout
Lockout tagout is a safety procedure that ensures machines and equipment are properly shut off during maintenance or repair work.
Shop premium-grade lockout tagout locks, kits, devices, and supplies. Make OSHA compliance a priority and have a safe and secure workplace.