An equipment lock is used to replace employee lock(s) when equipment is to be locked out for an extended period.
Equipment locks and tags are issued by supervisors. Except for the markings, they are the same type of locks as those issued by the authorized employee. The name of the employee placing the lock on the equipment and the name of the authorizing supervisor shall be indicated on the equipment lock and/or accompanying tag.
Equipment locks must be identified by a recognized marking; an accompanying danger tag shall indicate why the equipment is locked out.
Before the supervisor removes the lock from the locked-out equipment, he or she shall ensure that:
All guards have been replaced;
Equipment, machine, or process is cleared; and
Appropriate personnel are notified of power being restored.
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