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Lock Out / Tag Out Safety (LOTO)
LOTO Safety
The "Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)" procedure is a safety protocol used to prevent accidental or unintended startup of machinery and equipment during maintenance or servicing activities. The guidelines for electrical safety under LOTO include the following:
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Authorized personnel: Only trained and authorized employees should perform LOTO procedures. | |
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Locks and tags: Locks and tags should be used to physically prevent the activation of energy isolating devices. | |
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Energy isolation: All sources of hazardous energy must be identified and isolated before maintenance or servicing activities are performed. | |
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Verification of isolation: Before work begins, authorized employees must verify that the equipment is properly isolated and de-energized. | |
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Written procedures: A written LOTO procedure should be in place and followed by all authorized personnel. | |
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Group LOTO: In some cases, multiple workers may need to work on the same equipment. In these cases, a "group LOTO" procedure should be established to ensure the safety of all workers. | |
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Regular review: The LOTO procedure should be reviewed regularly to ensure its effectiveness and to identify areas for improvement |
LOTTO / Tagout Periodic Inspection Form
References:
NPSINST 6055.1 NPS Hazardous Energy Control Program
29 CFR 1910.147, The Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tagout)
OPNAVINST 5100.23 Chapter 24, The Control of Hazardous Energy
FE types
The Types of Fire Extinguishers
A
Class A extinguishers are for use on fires that contain ordinary combustibles such as paper, wood, cloth plastics, etc.
B
Class B extinguishers are for use on fires containing flammable liquids like oil, gasoline
C
Class C extinguishers are for fires involving electrical equipment such as tools or appliances.
D
Class D extinguishers are for use on combustible metals. This type of extinguisher is generally only found in factories that work with these particular metals.
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