Lock-Out/Tag-Out Training
Training Overview
Lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) training is a type of workplace safety training that teaches workers how to control hazardous energy during the servicing and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
The goal is to prevent accidental machine startups or release of stored energy, which could cause serious injuries or fatalities.
Training Duration: a half day
Expiry: three years
Cost: $100 plus HST per participant
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This course is designed for anyone who operates, maintains or services machinery and equipment.
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Importance of lockout-tagout awareness
What is lockout?
Occupational health and safety legislation
Dangers of hazardous energy
Types of hazardous energy
Roles and responsibilities (employer and worker)
When lockout/tagout is required
Energy isolating devices
Lockout/tagout devices and requirements
Personal locks and tags
Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic lockout methods
Group lockout procedures
Step-by-step lockout/tagout process
Verification of Isolation
Special considerations (plugged-in, interlocked and hard-wired equipment)
Release from lockout/tagout
Practical scenarios and case studies
Knowledge-based assessment
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Contact us at Training@MercerSafety.ca or 709-364-3900, ext. 110 for more information or to discuss private training options.
Additional Equipment, Machinery & Mobile Operations Training:
Forklift Operator Safety Training
Lock-Out/Tag-Out Training
Mobile Elevating Work Platform Training