Safety always is the No. 1 concern in any work environment with hazardous machinery. The power sources for any hazardous energy source must be accessible and clearly identified as the correct choice ...

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, compliance with the OSHA lockout/tagout standard prevents an estimated 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year. To assure the correct application of ...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard for the Control of Hazardous Energy (29 CFR 1910.147 – Lockout/Tagout). Standard provides the mandatory guidelines for protecting ...

In order to prevent the unexpected energizing or startup of machinery or equipment during servicing or maintenance, a lockout/tagout plan must be custom-tailored to each facility. The lockout/tagout ...

OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Bill Belongea, Safety Services Program Manager at The Master Lock Company to talk about effective ways to enhance your lockout program. Sitting at number seven ...

Lockout/Tagout is the OSHA standard for the control of hazardous energy. It addresses the practices and procedures necessary to disable machinery or equipment, thereby preventing the release of ...

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Thanks to advancements in technology, manufacturers are increasingly using computer-based controls in their equipment and machines. These can be programmed to lock out the machine or equipment. This ...

You know the lockout/tagout program, but you also know what you’re doing, and you know a “one-size-fits-all” solution does not fit all situations. If you’re careful and there’s a good reason to make ...