2021 RETA Breeze September-October

What we typically refer to as “Lockout/Tagout” is actually so much more. Most of us relate it to putting locks and tags on electrical sources and locking out valves.

29 CFR 1910.147 Subpart J is the OSHA regulations for Control of Hazardous Energy. In fact, there are several sources of hazardous energy that can be present in the workplace. These sources include:

Part 1: Control of Hazardous Energy

More Than Just Lockout/Tagout!

• Electrical • Hydraulic • Chemical • Gravity

• Mechanical • Pneumatic • Thermal • Stored Energy Some equipment can have multiple sources of hazardous energy, so be aware of all types present. The one you miss could be the one that takes your life!

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