Lockout Tagout Overview

Learning objectives

  • Recognize the purpose of lockout/tagout procedures
  • Identify the responsibilities of authorized, affected, and other employees during lockout/tagout procedures
  • Recognize different types of lock and tag devices
  • Recognize when lockout/tagout is occurring, and the role of an affected worker in keeping the procedure safe

Course overview

Lockout Tagout provides background on what lockout/tagout is and will teach you how to protect yourself (as an Affected Worker) and the authorized workers who perform this procedure. This lesson covers the types of hazardous energy contained in equipment and machinery, how to recognize when a lockout procedure is taking place, and the safety procedures that affected workers must follow when lockout/tagout occurs in their workspace.

The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.


  • 7 minutes
  • Format: Online Interactive
  • Tier: 2
  • Course ID: 3535
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Course Outline
  • Lockout Tagout Overview
Regulations
  • 29 CFR 1910 Subpart J n General Environmental Controls n 1910.147 The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout)
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