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Lockout/Tagout

If an energy isolating device is not capable of being locked out, can the employer use a tagout system?
  • Yes, if an energy isolating device is not capable of being locked out, the employer's energy control program must use a tagout system. [29 CFR 1910.147(c)(2)(i)].

    If an energy isolating device is capable of being locked out, must the employer use a lock out system?

    Yes. Unless the employer can demonstrate that the tagout system will provide full employee protection, as described in paragraph (c)(3) of the standard.
    [29 CFR 1910.147(c)(2)(ii)].(The employer may choose to use a tagout system as long as the requirements for additional training and periodic inspections are met.)

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bullet Energy Control Procedures
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bullet Energy Control Procedures
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bullet Periodic Inspection
bullet Employee Training and
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bullet Additional Training 
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bullet Lockout/Tagout
bullet New or Modified Equipment
bullet Full Employee Protection
bullet Materials and Hardware
bullet Application of Energy Control
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