| Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
standard involves the adoption and implementation of practices and procedures to shut down
equipment, isolate it from its energy source(s), and prevent the release of potentially
hazardous energy while maintenance and servicing activities are being performed. Topics
include: the different types of energies that might require LOTO; the roles and
responsibilities of those involved with LOTO, and LOTO provisions in applicable
legislation. After completing this course the participant will be able to list the steps
of applying LOTO on the job including proper notification, awareness of energy hazards,
controlling the hazards, applying LOTO, performing the work, removing LOTO equipment,
restarting the equipment, and making proper notifications. It looks at minimum performance
requirements, and definitive criteria for establishing an effective program for the
control of hazardous energy whilst allowing the development of customized lockout/tagout
programs for specific facilities. For
more more information call (246) 228-0634 or email envirohealth@rea.ca |
