LOCKOUT
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Communication
The lockout program should be communicated to all employees through orientation. Training should be
suitable for the responsibilities expected of individual.
Train Your Workers
All workers performing lockouts and their supervisors must receive training. The training should
address:
Importance of lockouts
Legal requirements for lockouts
Company policy on lockouts
The energy forms, hazards and procedures (administrative and work-related) that must be followed
The importance of following procedures
Lockout errors to be avoided (for example, assuming the equipment is inoperable or that the job is
too small to warrant a lockout)
The use and care of personal protective equipment
Proper use of all tools
Verification of knowledge and routine audits should be performed and will provide guidance for
refresher training.
Enforce and Update Your Lockout Policy
Identify persons responsible for ensuring lockouts are properly followed and ensure accountability.
The best way to do this is to include this in their job descriptions.
Review lockout procedures on a regular basis. The results of inspections, new equipment or technology
can also be used to initiate a review of lockout practices.
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