WHAT’S AT STAKE?

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is a safety procedure used to ensure proper shut-off and prevent the inability to start up machines prior to completion of maintenance or repair work. It is a necessary part of working in industrial settings. These practices are required to protect everyone who works with and around potentially dangerous equipment. For that reason, it is important that training takes place for employees authorized to carry out LOTO procedures as well as employees who will be affected by the use of these practices.

WHAT’S THE DANGER?

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is the number one most-cited regulation by OSHA in manufacturing. […]