Lockout Tagout is a planned safety procedure which involves turning off the energy supply of industrial machinery and equipment whilst maitenance work or repairs are being carried out. This procedure protects workers from the risks posed by live machinery or electricity.

Every year thousands of workers get killed or injured while perfor­ming repairs or maintenance on industrial equipment or machinery. Many of these accidents are caused by the uncontrolled release of energy. In Europe however, several regulations exist, requiring that all energy sources are turned off and ‘locked out’ while machines are being serviced or repaired.

Why Lockout/Tagout?

• Safe working while doing maintenance, cleaning or repairs.
• Prevention of injuries
• Prevention of damage
• It helps to prevent errors being made.
• It is a procedure which clearly communicates risk in the workplace