Lockout/Tagout Must-Haves
Lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices and procedures are an extremely important safeguard that helps to protect workers from hazards related to energy sources. As outlined by OSHA's Lockout/Tagout Fact Sheet, there are specific steps that must be followed to ensure that proper energy control procedures are in place. It is the responsibility of the employer (and facility or safety managers, as well as other leaders) to not only follow these procedures, but to ensure that all employees are properly trained in knowing, understanding, and following each step at every job or construction site.
Of course, proper lockout and tagout procedures also require the use of specific equipment that meets OSHA's standards. In this guide, we'll review some of the safety items you may need as part of your lockout/tagout policy.
Padlocks, Hasps, Tags, and ID
From lockout padlocks to hasps, safety tags, and identification, start with the basics when building your lockout/tagout operation. Padlocks and hasps help to secure potentially hazardous equipment, while proper identification and tags can be used to determine which systems have been properly shut off, which ones need repairs, and more.
| Padlocks | Multicolor Padlocks | Hasps | Lockout Tags |
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Lock Boxes, Lockout Kits, and More
Continue developing your lockout/tagout policy with essential items such as lock boxes, lockout kits, and more. These crucial items store keys for starting and stopping hazardous equipment and can be used to mark machinery that requires repairs before operating.
| Portable Group Lock Box | Circuit Breaker Lockout | Valve Lockout | Lockout Kits |
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Procedure & Training Products
No lockout/tagout program is complete without proper training for every employee who works with or around potentially hazardous equipment. Ensure that every member of your team is fully and properly trained to follow LOTO procedures with these training systems, accident compliance kits, and more.
| Training System | Accident Compliance Kit | Shadow Board Combo Kit | Lockout Station |
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Conclusion
In any construction site or jobsite that involves working with electricity and other hazardous energy sources, a lockout/tagout policy is absolutely essential to ensuring worker safety—not to mention complying with federal regulations. To build a proper LOTO program, start with safe, high-quality products that meet your needs. From padlocks and hasps to tags, lock boxes, and even training systems, find everything you need for a safe, robust program at Zoro. While you're here, don't forget to browse some of our other guides to lockout/tagout, electrical safety, and more.
Product Compliance and Suitability
The product statements contained in this guide are intended for general informational purposes only. Such product statements do not constitute a product recommendation or representation as to the appropriateness, accuracy, completeness, correctness, or currentness of the information provided. Information provided in this guide does not replace the use by you of any manufacturer instructions, technical product manual, or other professional resource or adviser available to you. Always read, understand, and follow all manufacturer instructions.