Lockout/Tagout Procedures Flashcards
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Which of the following is classified as an 'affected employee' under LOTO?
Answer: An employee who operates the machine but does not service it
An affected employee operates or works near equipment being serviced but does not perform the lockout themselves.
What is required of a lockout device according to OSHA?
Answer: It must be durable, standardized, and substantial
Lockout devices must be durable, standardized, substantial, and identifiable to prevent removal without excessive force.
During a group lockout, what device is commonly used so each worker can attach a personal lock?
Answer: A lockout hasp
A group lockout hasp allows multiple authorized employees to each apply their own personal lock to one isolation point.
When must stored electrical energy in capacitors be addressed during LOTO?
Answer: It must be dissipated or restrained before work begins
Stored or residual energy such as that in capacitors must be dissipated or restrained before servicing begins.
Which situation is generally EXEMPT from the full LOTO standard?
Answer: Minor tool changes during normal production using alternative protection
Minor servicing during normal production operations may be exempt if alternative effective protection is provided.
What must happen to a shift-change lockout to maintain continuous protection?
Answer: Incoming employees apply their locks before outgoing employees remove theirs
Procedures must ensure continuity so incoming workers apply locks before outgoing workers remove theirs.
Who must receive training on the purpose and use of the energy control procedure?
Answer: Authorized, affected, and other employees as appropriate
Training must be provided to authorized, affected, and other employees so everyone understands the procedure.