Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedure
Procedure for safely isolating energy sources before performing maintenance or servicing on equipment.
Every employee gets a seat — priced per employee in Frontline Operations, quoted with this template ready.
Rolled out to every employee at AutoZone (125,000), PetSmart (50,000+), A.S. Watson and Raley's (20,000) — and at larger retailers we are not permitted to name.
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Steps
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Identify Energy Sources
Identify all energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal) associated with the equipment.
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Notify Affected Employees
Inform all affected employees that equipment will be locked out for maintenance and the expected duration.
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Shut Down Equipment
Follow the normal shutdown procedure for the equipment. Ensure all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
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Apply Lockout Devices
Apply lockout devices to each energy isolation point. Each authorized worker must apply their own lock and tag.
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Verify Isolation
Attempt to restart the equipment to verify all energy sources are effectively isolated. Return controls to the off position.
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Perform Maintenance
With energy isolation verified, proceed with the required maintenance or servicing work.
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Remove Lockout Devices
Once work is complete, remove all lockout devices. Only the person who applied a lock may remove it. Notify affected employees before re-energizing.
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Every employee gets a seat. Request pricing for Frontline Operations and we quote into a workspace with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedure ready.
Rolled out to every employee at AutoZone (125,000), PetSmart (50,000+), A.S. Watson and Raley's (20,000) — and at larger retailers we are not permitted to name.