LOTO (Lockout/Tagout)

 LOTO (Lockout/Tagout):

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is a safety procedure used to ensure that machinery and equipment are properly shut off and cannot be started up again until maintenance or repair work is completed.

Purpose of LOTO:

The purpose of LOTO is to prevent unexpected startup of machinery and equipment, which can cause injury or death to workers.

Steps involved in LOTO:

1. Preparation: Before starting maintenance or

repair work, ensure that all employees involved in the work are aware of the LOTO procedure.

2. Shutdown: Shut down the machinery or equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions.

3. Isolation: Isolate the machinery or equipment from its energy source.

4. Lockout: Apply locks to the machinery or equipment to prevent it from being started up again.

5. Tagout: Apply tags to the machinery or equipment to indicate that it is not to be operated.

6. Verification: Verify that the machinery or equipment is safely shut off and cannot be started up again.

Types of LOTO:

1. Mechanical LOTO: Uses physical barriers, such as locks and chains, to prevent machinery from being started up.

2. Electrical LOTO: Uses electrical devices, such as circuit breakers and fuses, to prevent machinery from being started up.

3. Pneumatic LOTO: Uses compressed air to prevent machinery from being started up.

Importance of LOTO:

LOTO is an important safety procedure that can help prevent injuries and fatalities in the workplace. It ensures that machinery and equipment are properly shut off and cannot be started up again until maintenance or repair work is completed

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