1. The purpose of Lock-Out/Tag-Out safety procedures is to prevent an injury or accident while working on tools, equipment, or systems that may be energized or have stored energy that could seriously injure a worker if the energy was inadvertently released.

2. Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures apply to more than just electrical energy systems. Serious injury can also come from mechanical, piping, and hydraulic energized systems; or the forces of gravity. Remember to blank out or disconnect pipe systems, unplug a saw before changing its blade, and block up equipment that might fall over. A site- specific protocol may be required for this project. This will be reviewed during your site orientation.

3. General Rules:

• While working, always take the steps necessary to assure that energy cannot be released, which could harm you.

• Never assume that someone else made the system safe for you.

• After a system has been locked out be sure to test it.

• Be sure you are clear of potential harm from stored energy before you lockout a system.

• Any person, who must place themselves in an unsafe position around equipment or systems, must personally lock and tag the equipment/system out prior to starting work in the affected area.

​

4. Anyone violating Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures is subject to immediate disciplinary action. Talk to your Supervisor if you have questions regarding the Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedure or the safety of equipment/systems.