Short Cuts Cost Lives
Manufacturing , construction , and engineering are a big part of our economy
But those workers also face a greater likelihood of serious work injuries than other workers .
IN 2019 / 20 the HSE reported that 111 workers were killed in workplace accidents and 69,206 non-fatal injuries were reported by employers .
Machinery accidents cost employees billions every year and on average employees who are injured usually have to take weeks off work or may never return .
WOULD YOU TAKE THAT CHANCE ?
Lockout Tagout is an essential tool in the control of hazardous energy , in a wide range of industry sectors to prevent accidents .
What are hazardous energy sources ?
Hazardous energy sources include electrical , mechanical , hydraulic , pneumatic , chemical , thermal , or other sources in machines and equipment .
The unexpected start-up or release of stored energy is immensely dangerous for any employee / operative in close proximity to the machine .
Which form of energy is lock out tag out used to control ?
Lock out tag out is a hazardous energy control system used to ensure that machines and equipment are totally isolated from all energy sources . Locks are used to secure switches and valves in the OFF or SAFE position .
Lock out tag out is still the best-known practice for this protection and should be utilized any time the machine or
16 FDPP - www . fdpp . co . uk equipment is being cleaned , maintained , and inspected . As well as for company shutdowns , turnarounds , power outages and more .
What is the difference between lock out and tag out ?
Lock out means to place a lock on a device that prevents energy release . Tagout means to place a tag on a switch or other shut off device that warns not to start that piece of equipment .
WHAT ARE THE 10 STEPS OF LOCK OUT TAG OUT ?
Lock out tag out can easily be implemented by following this simple 10 step process ,
1 . Prepare 2 . Notify 3 . Turnoff 4 . Isolate 5 . Lock / s Application
Recognising the importance of a lock out tag out system is the first step towards implementing an effective safety process . It is not the whole solution , but it can clearly contribute , below are our simple lockout / tagout tips to follow
• Clearly identify padlocks and tags either personally or departmentally .
• Allow time & apply actions to relieve any stored / residual energies .
• Ensure Lockout equipment is suitable for the intended task .
• Develop a written programme , with process & procedures with all details that MUST be followed .
• Any new machines must have a written programme / procedure developed against it .
• All new & existing staff are to be trained and made aware of LOTOTO , it ’ s dangers and how to implement safely . According to the standard operating procedure ( ongoing activity ).
• The only person to remove a lock is the one who applied it .
• Implement and review the Lockout Tagout process and procedures annually . Update and improve where required .
• You must Try-Out every time . Confirming the success of the isolation before proceeding with the task .
STAY ALERT AND DON ’ T GET HURT !
It goes without saying that industrial equipment can be dangerous , that ’ s why safety measures , process , products ,