{"id":1752,"date":"2017-08-09T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-08-09T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/blog\/all-about-safety-lockout-tagout-devices\/"},"modified":"2026-02-06T09:19:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T14:19:46","slug":"all-about-safety-lockout-tagout-devices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/blog\/all-about-safety-lockout-tagout-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"All About Lockout \/ Tagout Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/blog\/wp-admin\/edit.php?post_type=post\"><\/a>Controlling the release of hazardous energy is the most important thing you can do to protect others from electrical hazards. Prevent worker injuries by properly controlling and locking out hazardous energy with durable lockout devices labeled with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/products\/safety-tags\/lockout-tagout-tags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lockout tags<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To stop serious electrocutions and other injuries from occurring, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/pls\/oshaweb\/owadisp.show_document?p_id=9804&amp;p_table=STANDARDS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147<\/a> <\/strong>highlights standards designed to prevent accidents due to accidental start-ups.\u00a0 The practices and procedures highlighted by OSHA require safety lockout\/tagout devices to disable machinery or equipment in order to prevent the hazardous release of an energy source while performing service or maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-lockout-tagout-devices\">What are Lockout \/ Tagout Devices?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lockout devices are a lock with either a key or combination type, designed to hold an energy isolating device in the safe position and prevent the energizing of machinery or equipment. Tagouts are prominent warning devices, such as a tag and a means of attachment, that can be secured to an energy isolation source. They should not be removed until work is complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before assigning your workers to perform service or maintenance on machinery or equipment, double check they have the appropriate safety lockout \/ tagout devices and tags.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, ensure only trained or authorized employees are working with hazardous energy. \u00a0Per <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/Publications\/3120.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>OSHA<\/strong><\/a>, employer&#8217;s have responsibility to develop, document, and use energy-control procedures that establish a sequence of actions to follow whenever re-energization is required as a part of a service or maintenance activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-osha-requirements\">What are OSHA Requirements?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Label it!<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/products\/safetycal\/accessories-equipment\/lockwraps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Label all lockout\/tagout locks<\/a><\/strong> to identify the specific employees authorized to apply and remove them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make sure your lockout device is durable<\/strong>. Lockout\/tagout devices must not deteriorate or become obscured even when used with corrosive components such as acid, alkali chemicals, or in wet environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Devices need to be substantial.<\/strong> Employees should be able to remove locks only by using excessive force with special tools such as bolt cutters or other metal-cutting equipment. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/products\/safety-tags\/lockout-tagout-tags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lock Out Tags<\/a><\/strong> must be non-reusable, self-locking, and non-releasable, with a minimum unlocking strength of 50 lbs. Tags must be attachable by hand, and need to withstand all environments and conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Standardization is important.<\/strong> Lockout\/tagout item color, shape, or size must be standardized in print and format, and must be legible and understandable by all employees. They must warn employees about hazards if the machine is energized, and offer employees clear instructions. Examples: \u201cDo Not Start,\u201d \u201cDo Not Open,\u201d \u201cDo Not Close,\u201d \u201cDo Not Energize,\u201d or \u201cDo Not Operate.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When a group of workers is working on the same equipment or machinery, ensure they\u2019re using a Group Lockbox to allow all workers to be on a lockout. Each employee in the group must have control over the sources of hazardous energy while he or she is involved in the activities covered by the standard. Personal control is attained when each authorized employee affixes personal lockout\/tagout devices to the group lockout mechanism, instead of relying on the supervisor to provide protection against the hazardous energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Lockout Tagout Tags<\/h3><table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr><td style=\"width: 25%;\"><a title=\"Locout Tagout Photo Tag\" href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/pd\/osha-danger-do-not-operate-my-life-is-on-the-line-tag-cs719729\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/media.compliancesigns.com\/media\/catalog\/product\/l\/o\/lockout-tagout-tag-cs719729_150.gif\" alt=\"LOTO Tag with Worker Photo\" width=185\" height=\"185\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/a><\/td><td style=\"width: 25%;\"><a title=\"Do Not Remove Lock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/pd\/osha-danger-lockout-tag-of-do-not-remove-tag-cs699903\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/media.compliancesigns.com\/media\/catalog\/product\/l\/o\/lockout-tagout-tag-cs699903_150.gif\" alt=\"Danger Do Not Remove This Lock LOTO Tag\" width=185\" height=\"185\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/a><\/td><td style=\"width: 25%;\"><a title=\"Equipment Locked Out\" href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/pd\/osha-equipment-locked-out-lockout-tag-cs420668\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/media.compliancesigns.com\/media\/catalog\/product\/o\/s\/osha-electrical-warning-tag-cs420668_150.gif\" alt=\"OSHA Danger Equipment Locked Out LOTO Tag\" width=185\" height=\"185\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/a><\/td><td style=\"width: 25%;\"><a title=\"Do Not Operate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/pd\/tags-by-the-roll-osha-do-not-operate-this-lock-tag-may-only-be-removed-by-safety-tags-cs184564\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/media.compliancesigns.com\/media\/catalog\/product\/m\/a\/machine-safety-tag-cs184564-150.gif\" alt=\"OSHA Danger Do Not Operate LOTO Tag\" width=185\" height=\"185\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/a><\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-lockout-tagout-devices-and-uses\">Common Lockout \/ Tagout Devices and Uses:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cable Lockouts:&nbsp;<\/strong>A long cable that goes around various isolating components and secures with a padlock<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chain Lockouts:&nbsp;<\/strong>Can be used to block entrances and keep people out of large areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Circuit Breaker Lockouts:&nbsp;<\/strong>Provide isolation for circuit breakers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Energy Source Identification:<\/strong> Identify equipment names and energy sources with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/c\/safety-tags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>safety tags<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hasps:&nbsp;<\/strong>Lock out a single energy control on electrical equipment and machines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lock Boxes:&nbsp;<\/strong>Hold all lockout keys to ensure they are not accessible until workers complete all tasks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lockout Center Boards:&nbsp;<\/strong>Store LOTO supplies in one place to ensure compliance with safety protocols<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lockout Documentation:&nbsp;<\/strong>Training forms, booklets, binders and other&nbsp;documentation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lockout Kits:&nbsp;<\/strong>Device collections that include necessary safety devices and tools<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Padlocks:&nbsp;<\/strong>Keyed locks used to secure lockout devices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plug Lockouts:&nbsp;<\/strong>Prevent plugs from being inserted into outlets (plugged in), thus controlling energy to the machine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Security Seals:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;A one-way style lock that can only be removed when the seal is broken. This makes it obvious that the lockout item has been tampered with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Switch Lockouts:&nbsp;<\/strong>Removable rotary or push-button switch covers that prevent access to controls<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Valve Lockouts:&nbsp;<\/strong>A lockout device&nbsp;that secures the operational portion of a valve<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Worksite Lockouts:&nbsp;<\/strong>Items such as steering wheel covers or ladder shields warn workers and prevent unauthorized access to specific items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-osha-lockout-tagout-color-codes\">OSHA Lockout\/Tagout Color Codes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>OSHA does not require specific color codes for LOTO, but it recommends the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Orange:<\/strong>&nbsp;for warning signs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yellow:<\/strong>&nbsp;to designate caution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red:<\/strong>&nbsp;to indicates danger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fluorescent orange:<\/strong>&nbsp;to label biological hazards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-loto-device-resources\">LOTO Device Resources:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/control-hazardous-energy\/standards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>OSHA Lockout\/Tagout standards<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/blog\/lockout-tagout-guide-for-workplace-safety-pros\/\"><strong>Lockout Tagout Guide<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit ComplianceSigns.com for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compliancesigns.com\/c\/safety-tags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>all kinds of safety tags<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AccuformNMC carries a wide range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accuform.com\/safety-catalog\/Lockout-Tagout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>worksite lockout 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Prevent worker injuries by properly controlling and locking out hazardous energy with durable lockout devices labeled with lockout tags. 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