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Lockout/Tagout Safety
What Workers Need to Know
Working with machinery can be dangerous. Most machines are powered in some way and
can retain energy within the equipment, even when turned off.
If you put your hands, arms or body in areas where the machine could inadvertently be
activated, it can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Lockout/tagout (LOTO) is the process of isolating the equipment from its energy source,
draining the equipment of any energy that may be stored, and applying locks to secure it
in a de-energized state.
This allows you to safely interact with the equipment to clean it, service it or remove jams
or blockages. If you work with machinery as part of your job, you need to follow these
critical safety steps.
