The objective of this procedure is to establish a means of positive control to prevent the accidental starting or activating of machinery or systems while they are being repaired, cleaned and/or serviced.
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The objective of this procedure is to establish a means of positive control to prevent the accidental starting or activating of machinery or systems while they are being repaired, cleaned and/or serviced. This program serves to:
Establish a safe and positive means of shutting down machinery, equipment and systems.
Prohibit unauthorized personnel or remote control systems from starting machinery or equipment while it is being serviced.
Provide a secondary control system (tagout) when it is impossible to positively lockout the machinery or equipment.
Establish responsibility for implementing and controlling lockout/tagout procedures.
Ensure that only approved locks, standardized tags and fastening devices provided by the company will be utilized in the lockout/tagout procedures.
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