Hazardous Energy Control Program (RMS-5, Rev. 2)CITY OF DE LR AY B EA C H
EM P LOYEE SAFETY MANUAL
DEPARTMENT:
SUBJECT:
REVISION:
APPROVED BY:
PURPOSE
Risk Management
Hazardous Energy Control
POLICY NUMBER:
SUPERSEDES:
EFFECTIVE DATE:
RMS-5
RMS-5 Rev.1
05/24/2023
Terrence R.Moore,ICMA-CM,City Manager
The following Hazardous Energy Control Program,more commonly known as "Lock Out/Tag Out"(LO/TO),has
been established to ensure that effective energy (i.e.,electrical,mechanical,etc.)control procedures are
maintained to safeguard those employees who operate or perform service or maintenance work on machinery,
equipment or processes where the possibility of unexpected energizing,start up or release of any type of stored
energy could occur and cause injury.Only electric cord and plug operated machinery and equipment are exempt
from the requirements of this Program.However,employees who perform service or maintenance work on this
type of machinery and equipment must unplug and maintain the electric plug under their control until all work
has been completed.All Departments whose employees perform the above noted activities (except work on
electric cord and plug operated machinery and equipment)will participate in this Program.A copy of this written
Program is available online on the City's website.
POLICY
A.Each Department Head is responsible for the administration of this Program as it applies to the
Department's various Divisions.This includes the development and maintenance of procedures which
are specific to the various Divisions'operations and adhere,at a minimum,to the requirements of this
Program.
B.Each Department Head will designate a Program Coordinator for the Department or for each Division.
The Program Coordinator(s)will then be trained in all aspects of this Program by the City's Safety
Coordinator and will subsequently be responsible for ensuring that the requirements of this Program are
met.The Program Coordinator(s)will conduct their activities in concurrence with the Department Head,
Division Heads and their supervisors,and with the assistance of the City's Safety Coordinator as
warranted.
C.For the convenience of the Program Coordinator(s),appendices are attached to allow for compliance
with the requirements of this Program.Any Department/Division may use other (existing)documentation
providing it meets the intent of these appendices.
DEFINITIONS
•Authorized Employee -An employee who locks out or tags out a machine,equipment,or process to
perform service or maintenance work on that machine,equipment or process.The attached Appendix
"A"(List of Authorized Lock Out/Tag Out Employees)is a form that the Program Coordinator(s)can use
to identify such employees.
•Affected Employee -An employee whose job requires him/her to operate a machine or use equipment
on which service or maintenance work is to be performed under LO/TO conditions,or whose job requires
him/her to work in an area in which such service or maintenance work is to be performed.The attached
Appendix "B"(List of Affected Lock Out/Tag Out Employees)is a form that the Program Coordinator(s)
can use to identify such employees.
•Capable of being locked out -An energy isolating device is considered capable of being locked out if it
has a hasp or other means of attachment to which,or through which,a lock can be affixed,or if it has a
built-in locking mechanism.
•Energized -Connected to an energy source or containing residual or stored energy.
•Energy Isolating Device -A mechanical device that physically prevents the transmission or release of
energy.Examples include:a manually operated electrical circuit breaker;a disconnect switch;a manually
operated switch by which the conductors of a circuit can be disconnected from all ungrounded supply
conductors and where no pole can be operated independently;a line valve;a block;and any similar
device used to block or isolate energy.Push buttons,selector switches and other control circuit type
devices are not energy isolating devices.
•Energy Source -Any source of electrical,mechanical,hydraulic,pneumatic,or other energy.
•Lock Out -The placement of a lock out device (i.e.,a key lock)on an energy isolating device,in
accordance with an established procedure,ensuring that the energy isolating device and the machinery,
equipment or process being controlled cannot be operated until the lock out device has been removed
by a designated Authorized Employee.
•Lock Out Device A device that utilizes a positive means such as a key lock to hold an energy isolating
device in a safe position and prevent the energizing of a machine,equipment or process.
•OSHA Standard 1910.14 7 -Federal government regulation which can be referenced for hazardous
Energy Control information.
•Tag Out -The placement of a tag out device on an energy isolating device,in accordance with an
established procedure,to indicate that the energy isolating device and the machinery,equipment or
process being controlled may not be operated until the tag out device has been removed by a designated
Authorized Employee.
•Tag Out Device -A prominent warning device such as a tag (and a means of attachment)which can be
securely fastened to an energy isolating device,in accordance with an established procedure,to indicate
that the energy isolating device and the machinery,equipment or process being controlled may not be
operated until the tag out device has been removed by a designated Authorized Employee.
PROCEDURE
A.As required,all machinery,equipment and processes will be locked out or tagged out to protect against
accidental operation during service or maintenance activities.
B.A lock out will be used in accordance with an established procedure whenever possible as this is the
preferred method to isolate machines,equipment,or processes from energy sources.If an energy
isolating device is not capable of being locked out,a tag out will be used in accordance with an
established procedure.
C.All tags will contain a statement prohibiting unauthorized operation of the energy isolating device and
removal of the tag.
A.PREPARATION OF LOCK OUT/TAG OUT PROCEDURES
Program Coordinators,in conjunction with the applicable Division Heads and their supervisors,will use a Lock
Out/Tag Out Procedure Check list (see Appendix "C"attached)to locate and identify all energy sources and
energy isolating devices,etc.associated with the machinery,equipment or processes to be locked out or tagged
out.Subsequently,based on this information,Program Coordinators will develop:a
Machinery/Equipment/Process List (see Appendix "D"attached);specific lock out procedures-see Appendix
"E"(Specific Lock Out Procedure)attached;and a specific tag out procedures -see Appendix "F"(Specific Tag
Out Procedure)attached.Locks and Tags will conform with and be issued in accordance with Appendix "G'
(Locks &Tags)attached.
B.LOCK OUT OR TAG OUT ACTIVITY SEQUENCE
•The Program Coordinator will provide the Authorized Employee with a written LO or TO procedure for
the assigned job.
•Whenever this LO or TO procedure is to be implemented,the Authorized Employee will notify all Affected
Employees that a LO or TO procedure will be utilized,the reason for it and the location of the machinery,
equipment,or process that the procedure will be applied to.
•If the machinery equipment or process is operating,the Authorized Employee will shut it down via normal
procedures (depress stop button or open toggle switch,etc.)
•The Authorized Employee will then operate the energy isolating device(s)so that the machine,
equipment,or process is isolated from its energy source(s).
•The LO or TO devices will then be applied to the energy isolating devices by the Authorized Employee.
The locks and tags will indicate the identity of the Authorized Employee who applied for them.Locks will
be installed in a manner that will hold the energy isolating devices in the "safe"or "off'position.Tags,
when used,will be affixed to the energy isolating devices in a manner that will clearly indicate that the
operation or movement of the energy isolating devices from the "safe"or "off'position is prohibited.
•The Authorized Employee will then ensure that all potentially hazardous residual or stored energy is
dissipated,disconnected,restrained,or otherwise rendered safe (i.e.,bleeding off pressure in hydraulic
or pneumatic power systems until "0"pressure state is attained).
•To verify that all energy sources have been disconnected and after ensuring that no employees are
exposed,the Authorized Employee will then attempt to activate the operating controls to make certain
the machinery,equipment or process will not operate.Operating controls will then be returned to the
"safe"or "off'position.
•The machinery,equipment or process is now locked out or tagged out.
•The Authorized Employee will then remove all guards and safety devices that need to be removed in
preparation for service or maintenance work.
C.ELECTRICAL WORK
Whenever possible,a lock and a tag will be placed on each energy isolating device used to deenergize circuits
and equipment on which electrical work is to be performed.If an energy isolating device is not capable of being
locked out,a tag will be placed on the energy isolating device without a lock providing the tag out procedure is
supplemented by at least one additional safety measure (i.e.removal of an isolating circuit element,blocking of
a controlling switch or removal of a valve handle)to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent energization.
Once LO and/or TO procedures have been completed,a qualified electrician will be designated to test (utilizing
test equipment)circuit elements and electrical component parts of machinery or equipment to which employees
will be exposed,before service or maintenance work begins,and to verify that the circuit elements and electrical
component parts are deenergized.If the circuits to be tested are over 600 volts,all test equipment must be
inspected for proper operation immediately before and immediately after the test activities.
D.TESTING/POSITIONING MACHINES OR EQUIPMENT
When lock out or tag out devices must be temporarily removed from the energy isolating device(s)and the
machine or equipment energized to test or position the machine,equipment,or component thereof,the
Authorized Employee will conduct the following activities in the sequence indicated:
•Clear the machine or equipment of all tools and materials.
•Instruct all Affected Employees to move away from the machine or equipment.
•Remove the lock out or tag out devices.
•Energize the machine or equipment and cautiously proceed with the testing or positioning activities.
•When activities are completed,deenergize all systems and reapply the energy control measures noted
in these instructions.
D.RESTORING MACHINES/EQUIPMENT/PROCESSES TO NORMAL OPERATIONS
When all service or maintenance activities have been completed and the machine,equipment or process is
ready to be returned to normal production operations,the Authorized employee will conduct the following
activities in the sequence indicated:
•Inspect the area around the machine or equipment to ensure that no Affected Employee are exposed.
•Remove all tools and materials from the machine or equipment.
•Reinstall all guards and safety devices.
•Remove all lock out or tag out devices.
•Operate the energy isolating devices to restore energy to the machine or equipment.
•Advise all Affected Employees that the LO or TO procedure has been completed and that the machine,
equipment,or process is ready for normal production operations.
E.PROCEDURES INVOLVING MORE THAN ONE EMPLOYEE
1.If more than one Authorized Employee is required to lock out or tag out a machine or equipment,each
Authorized Employee will place his/her own assigned lock out or tag out device(s)on the energy isolating
devices(s).If an energy isolating device cannot accept multiple locks or tags,multiple lock out or tag out
device (hasp)may be used.
2.If a single lock must be used to lock out the machine or equipment,the key for this lock must be placed
in a lock out box or cabinet which requires all Authorized Employees to use their own assigned locks to
each independently secure the box or cabinet.As each Authorized Employee no longer needs to
maintain his/her lock out protection and removes his/her lock,the "last"Authorized Employee can then
remove his/her lock from the box or cabinet and subsequently remove the lock out device.
F.PERSONNEL OR WORK SHIFT CHANGES
In the event of personnel or work shift changes,a reasonable change over period will be established so that the
Authorized Employees may exchange their assigned locks and tags.An Authorized Employee who is
relinquishing control of an energy isolating device must never remove his/her lock out and/or tag out device until
the Authorized Employee who is assuming control of the energy isolating device has properly secured a new
lock out and/or tag out device.Authorized Employees who will assume control of the lock out or tag out activities
will be thoroughly briefed regarding the scope and stage of current activities by the Authorized Employees who
are being relieved.
G.REMOVAL OF LOCK OUT/TAG OUT DEVICES BY OTHERS
1.A lock out or tag out device will be removed from each energy isolating device only by the Authorized
Employee who applied it,with the following exception:
•A lock out or tag out device may be removed by another designated Authorized Employee only
if:removal of the lock out or tag out device is critical to operations;and,the Authorized Employee
who applied it is not available (i.e.,away from the premises);and,all reasonable efforts have
been made to contact this Authorized Employee;and,this Authorized Employee is informed of
this situation before he/she resumes work at the facility.
2.To facilitate the removal of lock out devices from energy isolating devices by other designated Authorized
Employees,a second set of keys for all lock out locks within the Department will be maintained in a locked
box or cabinet under the strict control of the applicable Program Coordinator.
H.INFORMING CONTRACTORS
Program Coordinators will inform all contractors who may have the occasion to work at the City's facilities of this
Program and will ensure that the contractors'programs provide energy controls no less than those outlined in
this Program.Program Coordinators will also ensure that both the contractors'and the City's Authorized and
Affected Employees are knowledgeable and aware of their respective lock out and tag out responsibilities.
I.PROGRAM EVALUATIONS
To ensure that this Program is being properly maintained,Program Coordinator(s)will conduct periodic
evaluations of this Program,as applied to their respective Departments,documenting activities on the attached
Program Evaluation Report (Appendix "H").Any observed deficiencies will be recorded in the report and
appropriate corrective actions taken.The report will be maintained as part of this Program until the next
evaluation is conducted.
J.EMPLOYEE TRAINING
1.All authorized and affected employees will be rained initially regarding the following:
•An overview of the requirements contained in this Hazardous Energy Control Program.
•Definitions associated with the Program.
•The Department's and/or Divisions'procedures for hazardous energy control.
•The lock out and tag out devices that will be used.
•The sequential activities that are required to properly lock out and tag out machinery/equipment.
•Procedures used to verify deenergized electrical circuits.
•Activities required to test/position machines/equipment and restore machines/equipment to
normal operations.
•Procedures involving more than one authorized employee and personnel/work shift changes.
•Activities required for the proper removal of lock out and tag out devices.
•Program evaluation activities.
2.Program Coordinators will ensure that the above noted training is provided,via verbal instruction and the
sue of a provided training video,for all authorized and affected employees.See the attached Employee
Training Outline and training Documentation form (Appendix "I"and "J",respectively).
Appendix
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
HAZARD ENEGY CONTROL PROGRAM
"APPENDICES"
Contents
List of Authorized Lock Out/Tag Out Employees
List of Affected Lock Out/Tag Out Employees
Machinery/Equipment/Process List
Lock Out/Tag Out Procedure Checklist
Specific Lock Out Procedure
Specific Tag Out Procedure
Locks &Tags
Program Evaluation Report
Employee Training Outline
Training Documentation Form
Employee Quick Reference
Department:
Program Coordinator:
Appendix "A"
CIT Y O F DELRAY BEACH
Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
List of Authorized Lock Out/Tag Out Employees
I Division:
I Date:
Employee Name Lock#Machine/Equip./Process
Identification
Department:
Program Coordinator:
Appendix "B"
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H azardo us Ene rgy Co ntro l Program -Lock O ut/T ag O ut
Li st o f A ffe cted Lo ck O u t/T ag O u t Em ployees
I Division:
I Date:
Employee Name Machine/Equip./Process
Identification
Appendix "C"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Lock Out/Tag Out Procedure Checklist
Department:I Division:
Program Coordinator:I Date:
Checklist completed by (list all persons):_
Machinery/Equip./Process Identification:_
Serial #(if applicable):;Model #(if applicable):
Location:-----------------------------------
Note:To properly determine all energy sources,energy isolating devices and LO/TO devices,etc.,for each machine,
piece of equipment or process,all questions must be answered.Check Yes or No and fill in the blanks with the
required information.Indicate N/A if a question does not apply.
Does the Machinery,Equipment or Process have:
I.Electric Power?Yes o No o
If Yes,motor control center or power panel/breaker location?
Is there a battery?Yes o No o
If Yes,battery location?Battery disconnect location?
Does it have a lock out device?Yes o
If Yes,what type?_
*If No,method of preventing operations?_
No o
II.Mechanical Power?Yes o No o
If Yes,indicate each type of energy source that applies:_
#1-Engine Driven?Yes o
If Yes,switch or key location?_
Does it have a lock out device?Yes o
No o
No o
If No,method of preventing operation?_
#2-Spring Loaded?Yes o No o
If Yes,is there a method of preventing spring activation?
If Yes,what method?_
**If No,how can spring tension be safely released or secured?_
Yes o No o
Ill.Hydraulic Power?Yes o No o
If Yes,location of main Control/shut oft valve?
Can control/shut off valve be locked in "off"or "closed"position?Yes o
BT po [)\y t
If No,location of closest manual shut off valve?
No o
Can manual shut off valve be locked in "off or "closed"position?Yes o
pf po [)\t
If No,what is required to lock valve closed?
No o
Is there a bleed or drain valve to reduce pressure to zero?
t Yes,ha[Is [he [a[in
[f No,what is required to bleed off pressure?
Yes o No o
IV.Pneumatic Power?Yes o No o
If Yes,location of main control/shut off valve?
Can control/shut off valve be locked in "off"or "closed"position?Yes o
pf po [)y rt
If No,location of closest manual shut off valve?
No o
Can manual shut off valve be locked in "off or "closed"position?Yes o
p po [)y t
If Mg,what is required to lock valve Cosed?
No o
Is there a bleed or drain valve to reduce pressure to zero?
]t Yo,,ha{[s [he [at[n
[f No,what is required to bleed off pressure?
Yes o No o
*Exhaust all possible lock out procedure options before using a tag out procedure.
A tag out procedure is prohibited.
Note:If,while identifying energy sources,counterweights,or flywheels (as part of a mechanical power system),a chemical
system energy source or thermal energy is encountered,contact the City's Safety Coordinator for assistance.
Depart m ent:
Program Coordinator:
Appendix "D"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Machinery/Equipment/Process List
I Division:
I Date:
M achine/Equip./Process T ypes of Types/Locations H ow is Energy Lock Out Tag Out
Identification Energy Isolation Devices Rendered Safe?Y/N Y/N
Energy Types:Electrical (E),Mechanical (M),Hydraulic (H),or Pneumatic (P),etc.
**Dissipated (D),Disconnected (DC)or Restrained (R).
Appendix "E"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Specific Lock Out Procedure
Depart m ent:
Program Coordinator:
I Division:
I Effective Date:
Machinery/Equip./Process Identification:_
Lock Out Procedure #;LO-
Type(s)and m agnitude(s)of energy hazard(s):
Types(s)and location(s)of energy isolating device(s):
Type(s)of stored energy/m ethod(s)to render safe:
Nam e(s)of Authorized Em ployees:
Nam es(s)of Affected Em ployees:
Appendix "E"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Specific Tag Out Procedure
Department:
Program Coordinator:
I Division:
I Effective Date:
Machinery/Equip./Process Identification:.
Tag Out Procedure tt;T)-
Note:Specific Tag Out Procedures are required for all machinery,equipment and/or processes that fail to have lock out
capabilities.
Type(s)and magnitude(s)of energy hazard(s):
Types(s)and location(s)of energy isolating device(s):
Type(s)of stored energy/method(s)to render safe:
Name(s)of Authorized Employees:
Names(s)of Affected Employees:
Appendix "G"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Locks &Tags
Program Coordinators will oversee a formalized lock inventory,issuing key locks only to Authorized Employees for the
purpose of locking out machinery,equipment,or processes.Two keys per lock will be provided,one for the Authorized
Employee who will perform the lock outs and a second key to be kept in a locked box or cabinet under the strict control
of the Program Coordinator.This second key may be issued by the Program Coordinator to another Authorized Employee
only under certain conditions-see REMOVAL OF LO/TO DEVICES BY OTHERS elsewhere in this Program.The locks will:
be of substantial construction;red in color;and,numbered sequentially (1,2,3-etc.)with lock numbers recorded on
Appendix "A"of this Program (identifies which locks are assigned to which Authorized Employees).Care will be taken to
ensure that Authorized Employees use only their assigned locks.
TAGS
Program Coordinators will oversee a formalized tag inventory,issuing tags only to Authorized Employees for the purpose
of tagging out machinery,equipment,or processes.The tags will:be substantial enough to prevent inadvertent or
accidental removal;be red in color;bear the name of the Authorized Employee who performs the tag outs;be constructed
and printed so that exposure to wet conditions or chemicals will not cause the tag to deteriorate or the message on the
tag to become illegible;and,include warning messages such as-DANGER,DO NOT START,DO NOT OPEN,DO NOT CLOSE,
DO NOT ENERGIZE and DO NOT OPERATE.Care will be taken to ensure that Authorized Employees use only their assigned
tags.All tags will be secured to energy isolating devices by a nylon self-locking tie with a minimum unlocking strength of
50 lbs.Removal of the tags will require cutting of the ties.
Appendix "H"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Pro g ram Eva lu ation Rep ort
I Department:I Division:
Hazardous Energy Control Program review (general comments):
The following LO/TO Procedures were reviewed:
The following injuries resulted from LO/TO activities (prior twelve months}:
Deficiencies observed:
Corrective action(s)required:
Appendix "1"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Em ployee Training O utline
I.Explain the reason for a Hazardous Energy Control Program and the City's policy.
II.Show the provided video.
Ill.Provide each Authorized and Affected employee with a copy of this Program (with appendices)and the
Department's and/or Divisions'procedures for LO/TO.
IV.Review terminology definitions indicated in this Program.
V.Show employees the LO and TO devices that they will use -key locks,chains,wedges,key blocks,adapter pins,
tags,self-locking fasteners,or other related hardware.
VI.Review this Program's requirements:
A.General Information:
i.Explain that all machinery and equipment that is to have service or maintenance work performed on it
must first be locked out or tagged out per an established procedure by an Authorized Employee.
ii.Stress the importance of always trying to use a LO system first since this is the preferred method to isolate
machinery,equipment,or processes from energy sources.
iii.Explain that tags will contain a statement prohibiting unauthorized operation of energy isolating devices
or removal of tags.
B.Preparation of LO/TO Procedures:
i.Explain that the Program Coordinator is responsible for developing all LO/TO procedures in conjunction
with the applicable Division Heads and/or their supervisors.And,that this activity requires that the
locations and identifies of all machinery,equipment,processes,energy sources and energy isolating
devices be determined.
C.LO and TO Activity Sequence:
i.As described in this Program and the Department's and/or Divisions'procedures,review the activities,in
sequence,that are required to properly LO or TO machinery and equipment.
D.Electrical Work:
i.Review the LO and TO procedures,as indicated in this Program,that must be used when electrical work is
to be conducted on machinery or equipment.
ii.Review the procedures,as outlined in this Program and the Department's and/or Divisions'procedures,
which will be conducted to verify that circuit elements and electrical component parts are deenergized.
iii.Note the fact that only a qualified electrical person will be sued for this purpose.
E.Testing/Positioning Machines or Equipment:
i.Review the testing and positioning activities as summarized in this Program and the Department's and/or
Divisions'procedures.
F.Restoring Machines/Equipment to Normal Operations:
i.Review the activities,in sequence,described in this Program and the Department's and/or Divisions'
procedures for restoring machines and equipment to normal operations.
G.Procedures Involving More Than One Employee:
i.Explain the procedures that must be followed if more than one Authorized Employee is required to LO or
TO a machine/equipment.
H.Personnel or Work Shift Changes:
i.Review the required activities summarized in this Program and the Department's and/or Divisions'
procedures.
I.Removal of LO/TO Devices:
i.Explain that LO/TO devices may only be removed from energy isolating devices by the Authorized
Employees who installed them with one noted exception.
ii.Review the exception particulars as outlined in this Program and the Department's and/or Divisions'
procedures.
iii.Stress that the second set of keys for Authorized Employees'locks,which will be used to facilitate this
exception,will be maintained in a locked box or cabinet under the strict control of the Program
Coordinator.
J.Informing Outside Contractors:
i.Review the required procedures,as summarized in this Program and the Department's and/or Divisions'
procedures,for informing contractors of the City's Hazardous Energy Control Program.
K.Program Evaluations:
i.Describe program evaluation activities as outlined in this Program.
ii.Review the Program Evaluation Report (Appendix "J").
iii.Emphasize the role of the evaluation and its importance to the overall effectiveness of this Program.
VII.Review the Department's and/or Divisions'procedures for hazardous energy control.
VIII.Summarize.
IX.Give each employee a copy of the Employee Quick Reference sheet (Appendix "M").
X.Allow time for questions and answers.
Department:
Appendix "j"
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Hazardous Energy Control Program -Lock Out/Tag Out
Training Documentation Form
I Division:
Program Coordinator (Instructor):
Topic Discussed:
Employees in Attendance:
I Date of Training:
Hazardous energy Control Program
Employee Name (Print)Employee Signature
Appendix "K"
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Em ployee Q uick Reference
Note:The information in this Appendix is for reference only and is intended for Authorized Employees.
Employees must be already trained and knowledgeable concerning each bulleted item.
LO/TO Activity Sequence
•Obtain a written LO or TO procedure from the Program Coordinator.
•Whenever the LO or TO procedure is to be implemented,notify all Affected Employees that a LO or TO procedure
will be utilized and the location of the machine,equipment,or process.
•Shut down the machine,equipment,or process via normal procedures.
•Operate energy isolating devices so that the machine,equipment,or process is isolated from its energy sources.
•Apply LO or TO devices to the energy isolating devices.
•Ensure that all residual or stored energy is rendered safe.
•Verify that all energy sources have been disconnected.
•Ensure that no Affected Employees are exposed to the machine,equipment,or process.
•Attempt to activate the operating controls to ensure that the machine,equipment,or process will not operate.
•Return operating controls to the "safe"or "off"position.
•Remove guards and safety devices.
•Proceed with service or maintenance work.
Testing/Positioning Machines or Equipment
•Clear the machine or equipment of all tools and materials.
•Instruct Affected Employees to move away from the machine or equipment.
•Remove all LO or TO devices.
•Energize the machine or equipment and cautiously proceed with testing or positioning.
When testing or positioning is completed,deenergize all systems and reapply all energy control measures.
Restoring Machines/Equipment to Normal Operations
•Ensure that no Affected Employees are exposed to the machine,equipment,or process.
•Clear the machine or equipment of all tools and materials.
•Reinstall all guards and safety devices.
•Remove all LO or TO devices.
•Operate the energy isolating devices to restore energy to the machine,equipment,or process.
•Notify Affected Employees that the LO or TO procedure has been completed.