What is LOTO HSE?
Lock out Tag out procedure (LOTO Procedure) is a very important safety procedure which helps protect workers carrying out electrical facility maintenance and repairs.
What are the 7 steps of LOTO?
LOTO Safety: 7 Steps of lockout tagout
- Prepare for shutdown.
- Notify all affected employees of the activities and equipment involved.
- Shut down the equipment.
- Isolate the equipment from the hazardous energy source.
- Dissipate residual energy.
- Apply applicable lockout or tagout devices.
When should I use LOTO?
Lockout/tagout (LOTO) is a set of procedures that are used to ensure that equipment is shut down, inoperable, and (where relevant) de-energized. This allows maintenance and repair work on the system to be performed safely.
What is the safety color code?
Safety Color Coding Labels and Tape
| COLOR | MEANING |
|---|---|
| Yellow | Caution |
| Orange | Warning |
| Green | Safety |
| Blue | Information |
What is a LOTO kit?
Lockout tagout (LOTO) kits will give you the tools you need to comply with OSHA’s LOTO requirements. This section includes lockout kits for: Cable lockout, electrical equipment, identification and valve and hose lockout. Just about any lockout device you could need will be included in these kits.