Lock It, Tag It and Live: Low and High Voltage Electrical Workers

1. LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT PROGRAMS

Objective: Recognize and appreciate the need for, and purpose of, lockout/tagout program

• Need for Lockout/Tagout
• Nature and Extent of Potential Energy Hazards
• Hazards Associated with Energy Potentials
• Proper Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• Use of Locks and Tags
• Removal of Lockout/Tagout Devices
• Restoration of Energy

2. ENERGY FORMS AND SOURCES

Objective: Recognize the different forms of energy and specific lockout tagout requirements

• Electrical - Low Voltage
• Electrical - High Voltage
• Hydraulic
• Pneumatic
• Kinetic
• Potential
• Thermal

3. REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS

Objective: Evaluate regulations and standards affecting the company

• Provincial Regulations
• Federal Regulations
• CSA Z460 - Control of Hazardous Energy - Lockout & Other Methods
• NFPA 70E - Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

4. COMPANY STANDARD

Objective: Compare the company program to other standards

• Purpose
• Policy
• Terms and Definitions
• Procedure
• Protective Materials and Hardware

5. COMPANY LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT PROCEDURES

Objective: Follow the company lockout and tagout procedures on the job

• Preparation for Shutdown
• Machine or Equipment Shutdown
• Machine or Equipment Isolation
• Lockout or Tagout Device Applications
• Stored Energy
• Verification of Isolation
• Release from Lockout or Tagout
• Lockout or Tagout Device Removal
• Testing or Positioning of Machines, Equipment, or Components Thereof
• Outside Personnel
• Group Lockout or Tagout
• Shift or Personnel Changes

6. PRACTICAL PROJECTS

Objective: Demonstrate proper lockout and tagout procedures

• Scenario 1
• Scenario 2
• Scenario 3
• Scenario 4
• Scenario 5
• Scenario 6
• Scenario 7
• Scenario 8