This content is intended for general information. The application must be carried out by means of equipment manufacturer instructions, the risk assessment specific to the business and the energy control procedure prepared by authorized persons.
Why do we need a special choice?
It is important to know who the LOTO locks belongs as much as the color, who the key is in and for what purpose it is used. Personal lock represents the safety of the owner; area or isolation lock has a different administrative role.
Data for the product selection
The business must distinguish the lock types by a written color standard, unique key policy, serial number and recording system. The opening of multiple personal locks by the same key creates uncontrolled risk.
| Type of lock | The owner / purpose |
|---|---|
| Personal locks | Personal protection: personal protection |
| The isolation lock | Identified energy point; group processes |
| The Alan Lock | Area/Team Access Control |
| Control lock | Procedure clearly defined administrative tasks |
Order of Application
- Identify the types of locks and purposes of use in the procedure.
- All personal locks must be removed to one authorized employee.
- Use the isolation locks controlled in the group LOTO process.
- Do not use field locks instead of personal protection locks.
- Identify the lost key and mandatory lock removal process with management approval.
Frequent mistakes
- Creating a private swimming pool
- Uncontrolled access to the spare key
- Make visual differences alone without identifying colors
- Use the lock instead of the lock.
What should be sent to match the offer or product?
The brand-model of the equipment must be sent together, general and close plan photos in a safe state, millimeter measurements, energy type, number of people to work at the same time, and the usage environment. This information reduces the risk of choosing product code according to its appearance alone.
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