HRAC-111

Week 2
1.- WHMIS
3.- Fire Safety Procedures
6.- WSIB
7.-Lockout and Tagging Procedures
8.-Material Handling Equipment
9.- Personal Lift Equipment

1
WHMIS PRESENTATION

2
 Fire Safety Procedures

• When soldering, brazing or welding always have

a fire extinguisher close by and be sure you know
how to use it.

• When working in an unfamiliar area or building

know where the exits are and have an exit plan in
your head.

3
 FIRE Fighting Equipment

Turnout Gear
Helmets Gloves Lights

Coveralls Boots Dryers

Racking

Bags/Kits Hose
Station Wear Safety Equipment & Tools
4
 FIRE Hazard Areas
• 17.11 (1) Subject to subsection (2), no person
shall, in a fire hazard area,
•(a) use any equipment, machinery or tool of a
type that may provide a source of ignition; or
•(b) smoke or use an open flame or other source
of ignition.
• (2) Where it is not reasonably practicable to avoid
performing work involving the use of any equipment,
machinery or tool that may provide a source of
ignition in an area that has an atmosphere that
contains or is likely to contain explosive
concentrations of combustible dust or in an area
where combustible dust has accumulated in a
sufficient quantity to be a fire hazard, the following
shall apply:
5
 FIRE Hazard Areas
•(a) the atmosphere and surfaces in the area where
the work is to be performed and within that portion
of the surrounding area that is accessible to sparks
or pieces of hot metal produced by the work shall be
substantially free of combustible dust;
•(b) where any equipment, machinery or tool
produces combustible dust that may reach the
areas referred to in paragraph (a), the equipment,
machinery or tool shall be made inoperative prior to
and during the time the work is being performed;
•(c) in so far as is practicable, the area where the
work is to be performed shall be enclosed to
prevent the escape of sparks or pieces of hot metal
produced by the work;
6
 FIRE Hazard Areas
•(d) all openings in floors and walls through
which sparks or pieces of hot metal produced
by the work may pass shall be sealed or
covered to prevent such passage;
•(e) any combustible materials within the
areas referred to in paragraph (a) shall be
removed or, if this is not reasonably
practicable, shall be covered with a non-
combustible protective covering;
•(f) floors and walls of combustible material
within the areas referred to in paragraph (a)
shall be protected from the fire hazard by:

7
 FIRE Hazard Areas
(i) drenching the surfaces of the floors and
walls with water, or
(ii) covering the floors and walls with a non-
combustible protective covering;
•(g) the work shall be performed under the
supervision of a qualified person, who shall
remain in the work area while the work is
performed and for 30 minutes thereafter; and
•(h) there shall be readily available in the work area at
least one hand-held portable fire extinguisher and
(i) a water hose at least 25 mm in diameter that
is connected to a water supply line, or
(ii) a supply of not less than 200 L of water and
a bucket.
SOR/88-632, s. 78(F); SOR/94-263, s. 64 (Statement of Reasons)
8
 Fire Safety Procedures
Extinguisher Classes

• Class A extinguishers are for ordinary combustible

materials such as paper, wood, cardboard, and
most plastics. The numerical rating on these types
of extinguishers indicates the amount of water it
holds and the amount of fire it can extinguish.
Geometric symbol (green triangle)

9
 Fire Safety Procedures
Extinguisher Classes

• Class B fires involve flammable or combustible liquids

such as gasoline, kerosene, grease and oil. The
numerical rating for class B extinguishers indicates
the approximate number of square feet of fire it can
extinguish.
Geometric symbol (red square)

10
 Fire Safety Procedures
Extinguisher Classes

• Class C fires involve electrical equipment, such as

appliances, wiring, circuit breakers and outlets.
Never use water to extinguish class C fires - the risk
of electrical shock is far too great! Class C
extinguishers do not have a numerical rating. The C
classification means the extinguishing agent is non-
conductive.
Geometric symbol (blue circle)

11
 Fire Safety Procedures
Extinguisher Classes

Class D fire extinguishers are commonly found in a

chemical laboratory. They are for fires that involve
combustible metals, such as magnesium, titanium,
potassium and sodium. These types of extinguishers
also have no numerical rating, nor are they given a
multi-purpose rating - they are designed for class D
fires only. Geometric symbol (Yellow Decagon)
Class K fire extinguishers are for fires that involve
cooking oils, trans-fats, or fats in cooking appliances
and are typically found in restaurant and cafeteria
kitchens. Geometric symbol (black hexagon) 12
 Fire Safety Procedures

Extinguisher Types

• Water extinguishers or APW extinguishers (air-

pressurized water) are suitable for class A fires only.

• Never use a water extinguisher on grease fires,

electrical fires or class D fires - the flames will spread
and make the fire bigger! Water extinguishers are filled
with water and are typically pressurized with air. Again
- water extinguishers can be very dangerous in the
wrong type of situation. Only fight the fire if you're
certain it contains ordinary combustible materials only.

13
 Fire Safety Procedures

Extinguisher Types

• Dry chemical extinguishers come in a variety of types and

are suitable for a combination of class A, B and C fires.
These are filled with foam or powder and pressurized with
nitrogen.
• BC - This is the regular type of dry chemical extinguisher. It
is filled with sodium bicarbonate or potassium bicarbonate.
The BC variety leaves a mildly corrosive residue which must
be cleaned immediately to prevent any damage to
materials.
• ABC - This is the multipurpose dry chemical extinguisher.
The ABC type is filled with monoammonium phosphate, a
yellow powder that leaves a sticky residue that may be
damaging to electrical appliances such as a computer

14
 Fire Safety Procedures

Extinguisher Types

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extinguishers are used for

class B and C fires. CO2 extinguishers contain
carbon dioxide, a non-flammable gas, and are
highly pressurized. The pressure is so great
that it is not uncommon for bits of dry ice to
shoot out the nozzle. They don't work very
well on class A fires because they may not be
able to displace enough oxygen to put the fire
out, causing it to re-ignite.

15
CLASSES of FIRE

16
 EVACUATION PLANS
SAFE OCCUPANCY OF THE WORK PLACE

Interpretation
17.1 In this Part, “emergency evacuation plan” means
a written plan for use in an emergency, prepared
in accordance with section 17.4.
Application
17.2 This Part does not apply in respect of employees
employed in the underground workings of mines.
Fire Protection Equipment
17.3 (1) Fire protection equipment shall be installed,
inspected and maintained in every building in which
there is a work place in accordance with the standards
set out in Parts 6 and 7 of the National Fire Code.
(2) [Repealed, SOR/2000-374, s. 6]
(3) All fire protection equipment shall be maintained
and repaired by a qualified person.
19
 EVACUATION PLANS
Emergency Evacuation Plan

17.4 (1) Where more than 50 employees are working in

a building at any time, the employer or employers
of those employees shall prepare an emergency
evacuation plan for all employees, including those
who require special assistance, after consultation with
(a) the work place committee or the health and
safety representative; and
(b) the employers of any persons working in the
building to whom the Act does not apply.
(2) An emergency evacuation plan referred to in
subsection (1) shall contain
(a) a plan of the building, showing
(i) the name, if any, and the address of the
building,

20
 EVACUATION PLANS
(ii) the name and address of the owner of the
building,
(iii) the names and locations of the tenants of the
building,
(iv) the date of preparation of the plan,
(v) the scale of the plan,
(vi) the location of the building in relation to
nearby streets and in relation to all buildings
and other structures located within 30 m of
the building,
(vii) the maximum number of persons normally
occupying the building at any time,
(viii) a horizontal projection of the building,
showing thereon its principal dimensions, and
(ix) the number of floors above and below ground
level;
19
 EVACUATION PLANS
(b) a plan of each floor of the building, showing
(i) the name, if any, and the address of the building,
(ii) the date of preparation of the plan,
(iii) the scale of the plan,
(v) the number of the floor to which the plan
applies,
(vi) the maximum number of persons normally
occupying the floor at any time,
o
(vii) the location of all fire escapes, fire exits,
stairways, elevating devices, main corridors and
other means of exit,
(viii) the location of all fire protection equipment, and
(ix) the location of the main electric power switches
for the lighting system, elevating devices,
principal heating, ventilation and air-conditioning
equipment and other electrical equipment;
(iv) a horizontal projection of the floor, showing
thereon its principal dimensions,
20
 EVACUATION PLANS

(d) the names, room numbers and telephone numbers

of the chief emergency warden and the deputy chief
(c) a full description of the evacuation procedures to be
followed in evacuating the building, with the time required
to complete the evacuation, including
emergency
o warden of the building appointed by the
employer or employers under section 17.7.
(3) An emergency evacuation plan referred to in
subsection (1) shall be kept up-to-date and shall take
into account any changes in the building or the nature
of its occupancy.
(4) An employer referred to in subsection (1) shall keep a
copy of the up-to-date emergency evacuation plan in the
building to which it refers.
SOR/94-263, s. 62; SOR/96-525, s. 17; SOR/2002-208, s. 36.

23
 WSIB
WSIB - Workplace Safety Insurance Board

The WSIB works for you

Whether you’re a worker, a large employer or small
business owner, we’re here to help.
• For employers, we provide no-fault collective liability
insurance and access to industry-specific health and
safety information
• For workers, we provide loss of earnings benefits
and health care coverage
• Both workers and employers benefit from the WSIB’s
help and support when it’s time to go back to work
after an injury.
22
 WSIB
Workplace Safety and Insurance Act - Employer
This Act has specific requirements in two main areas: first aid
and accidental injury or disease.
First Aid
Keep records of all first aid treatment or advice given to
employees who are injured or become
ill on the job (First Aid Requirements Regulation 1101 ).
Injury
Whenever an employee requires more
serious treatment than first aid, the EMPLOYER MUST
complete and give the employee a Treatment Memorandum
(WSIB Form 0156C) to take to the doctor, hospital or
emergency centre.
23
 WSIB
Compliance for employers
Most businesses in Ontario that employ workers (including family members and
sub-contractors) must register with the WSIB within 10 days of hiring their first
full- or part-time worker.
Registering with the WSIB provides workplace insurance coverage for all of your
workers and gives you access to experts in health and safety for your business
sector.
There are a few industries that do not have to register. These include:
• Banks, trusts and insurance companies
• Computer software developers
• Private health care practices (such as those of doctors and chiropractors)
• Trade unions
• Private day cares
• Travel agencies
• Clubs (such as health clubs)
• Photographers
• Barbers, hair salons, and shoe-shine stands
• Taxidermists
• Funeral directing and embalming
Even if your company is in one of these categories, you can still choose to insure
your workers through the WSIB. 24
 WSIB
Reporting incidents

You must report the incident to the WSIB within 3 days if your
worker:
• Loses time from work or
• Earns less than a regular day's pay or
• Gets health care treatment.
You don’t need to report the incident if your worker only needs first
aid.
You can wait on reporting the incident for up to 7 calendar days only
if your worker:
• Receives modified work at full pay and
• Needs nothing beyond first aid.
You must keep a record of the incident and what happens during the
time your worker recovers. You must report workplace injuries or
illnesses that go past the 7 calendar days of modified work.
25
 WSIB
Compliance for workers

Cooperating in your early and safe return to work

• When you receive WSIB benefits, you have a legal responsibility to

cooperate in your own recovery process and in your return to work. This
responsibility requires that you:
• Contact your employer as soon as possible after the injury occurs and keep
open lines of communication throughout your recovery process;
• Help your employer find work for you that allows you to return to the
workplace as quickly and safely as possible. (In return, your employer
should take into account how your injury or illness affects your capabilities,
and should attempt to find work for you that matches your pre-injury
income as closely as possible.);
• Give the WSIB any information we request relating to your injury or return
to work;
• If we determine that a worker is not cooperating in their health care,
Return to Work, or Work Reintegration assessment or plan, we may reduce
or suspend their benefits.
26
 WSIB
Compliance for workers

You should report any material changes in your

situation
• A material change is a change to your income, health
status, job, or any other circumstance that might
affect your entitlement to WSIB benefits.
• You are required by law to tell us about any such
change within 10 days.
• If you are unsure about whether a change is material
to your benefits, your adjudicator will be pleased to
answer your questions.
• Remember that failure to report such a change within
10 days could result in penalties, so it’s better to be
safe than sorry.
27
 WSIB

Making false or misleading statements to WSIB is an offence

• Any person who knowingly makes false or misleading statements
to WSIB about any person’s claim for benefits is guilty of an
offence.
• This may result in charges under the Workplace Safety and
Insurance Act (Sec. 149 (1)) or under the Criminal Code (Sec. 380).
Examples of fraudulent or non-compliant behaviour
• Examples of possible offences that can be committed by a worker
include:
• Falsely claiming that an injury is work-related (sec. 149(1)
Workplace Safety and Insurance Act).
• Misrepresenting your level of impairment to receive WSIB
benefits (sec. 149(1) Workplace Safety and Insurance Act).
• Working and receiving income while receiving WSIB benefits (sec.
149(1) and sec. 149(2) of the Workplace Safety and Insurance
Act). 28
 WSIB
Penalties for fraud and submitting false information

What is the penalty for submitting false information

under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act?
• Persons convicted under the Act can be subject to a
fine of up to $25,000 and/or six months in jail for
each offence.
• Corporations convicted under the Act can be fined
up to $100,000 for each offence.
• The court may also order restitution of the full
amount of money received in the commission of the
offence.
29
 WSIB
In All Cases of Injury/Disease
Worker

The worker must:

1. Get first aid immediately. First aid includes treating any illness or injury as taught by the first
aid delivery organization. If applicable, first aid also consists of calling Emergency Medical
Services (EMS), beginning Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and using an Automatic
External Defibrillator (AED) if available.
2. Tell the employer of any injury or the possible onset of a workrelated disease/condition.
3. Claim benefits if the injury causes him or her to seek health care. Health care includes
services requiring the professional skills of a health care practitioner (i.e., a doctor, nurse,
chiropractor or physiotherapist); services provided at hospitals and health facilities and
prescription drugs. The worker should also claim benefits if the injury causes him or her to:
-Be absent from regular work
-Require modified duties at less than regular pay
-Require modified work at regular pay for more than seven calendar days after the
date of accident
-Earn less than regular pay at regular work.
4. Claim WSIB benefits by:
Signing WSIB Form 6, Worker’s Report of Injury/Disease and giving a copy of the
form to the employer.
30
 WSIB
In All Cases of Injury/Disease
WORKER

5. Choose a doctor or other qualified health professional. Do not

change health professionals without permission from the WSIB.
6. Cooperate in health care treatment.
7. Consent to disclose their Functional Abilities information by
signing the:
WSIB Form 6, Worker’s Report of Injury/Disease Functional
Abilities Form for Planning Early and Safe Return to Work (FAF), or
Worker’s Continuity Report (REO6) (if applicable)
8. Cooperate in the work reintegration process.
9. Complete and return all WSIB forms promptly.
10. Report to the WSIB any material change (i.e., change in income,
return to work status, or medical condition).
31
 WSIB
In All Cases of Injury/Disease
EMPLOYER

The employer must:

1. Make sure first aid is given immediately. First aid includes but is not limited to: cleaning minor
cuts, scrapes or scratches; treating a minor burn, applying bandages and/or dressings, cold
compress, cold pack, ice bag, splint, changing a bandage or a dressing after a follow-up
observation visit and any follow-up for observation purposes only.
2. Make sure there is a record of the first aid treatment/advice given to the worker.
3. Provide immediate transportation to a hospital, a doctor’s office, or the worker’s home, if
necessary.
4. Complete WSIB Form 7, Employer’s Report of Injury/Disease, if the worker gets health care.
Health care includes services requiring the professional skills of a health care practitioner
(i.e., a doctor, nurse, chiropractor or physiotherapist); services provided at hospitals and
health facilities and prescription drugs. He or she must also complete WSIB Form 7,
Employer’s Report of Injury/Disease if the injury causes the worker to:
-Be absent from regular work
-Require modified duties at less than regular pay
-Require modified work at regular pay for more than seven calendar days after the
date of accident
-Earn less than regular pay at regular work.
32
 WSIB
In All Cases of Injury/Disease
EMPLOYER

5. Return the completed Form 7 to the WSIB within three calendar

days of learning of their reporting obligation. If the worker is
unable or unwilling to sign the Form 7, send the form in without
the signature.
6. Give the worker a copy of the accident report (including any
attachments to the Form 7) which is provided to the WSIB.
7. Pay full wages and benefits for the day or shift on which the injury
occurred.
8. Supply a Functional Abilities Form 2647 to the health professional
treating the worker. Ensure that the worker’s signed consent to
the release of the functional abilities information is attached. This
signed consent will either be on the Form 2647 or the employer’s
copy of the Form 6.
9. Cooperate in the work reintegration process. 33
 WSIB

wsib.on.ca

Employer – eform7 (form 7)

signed by employee

Worker – eform6 (form 6)

sent from WSIB
copy to employer

34
 Lockout - Tag out

Folding lockout scissor clamp, allowing six

contractor padlocks to lockout one device

35
 Lockout - Tag out
Definitions

Affected Employee: An employee who operates or uses a machine or equipment on

which servicing or maintenance is being performed under lockout tagout or who
works in an area where such work is being performed.
Authorized Employee: An employee authorized to implement lockout/tagout
procedures on machines or equipment to perform maintenance or servicing
work.
De-energized: Disconnected from all sources of energy and not containing residual or
stored energy.
Electrical Disconnect Switch: A pull-type switch or circuit breaker which physically
opens to disconnect the circuit.
Energy Isolating Device: A mechanical device that physically prevents the
transmission or release of energy, to or from a machine or equipment. This
device usually de-energizes the machine or equipment and allows a padlock to
be placed on it. A lockout device is used where a padlock cannot be placed
directly on the energy isolating device. Energy isolating devices include:
manually operated disconnect switches, circuit breakers; line valve; block. Note:
Push buttons, selection switches and other circuit-control type devices are not
considered energy isolating devices.
Energy Source: Any source of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical,
thermal, gravitational or other energy.
Hazardous Energy: Energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic,
pneumatic, chemical, thermal, gravitational or other energy that, when released,
36
can cause harm.
 Lockout - Tag out
Definitions
Isolation: Ensuring all sources of hazardous energy for a piece of equipment or
machinery are moved or controlled to prevent it from unexpected activation or
energization.
Lockout: The placement of a lock on an energy isolating device or lockout device to
physically neutralize all energies in a piece of equipment or machinery ensure the
energy isolating device being controlled cannot be operated until the lockout
device is removed.
Lockout Device: A device that can be placed on an energy isolating device and that
allows a positive means, such as a lock, to be placed on it to controlling the
energy isolating device. Examples include plug, switch, circuit breaker and gate or
valve covers.
Maintenance Work: Refers to inspection, repair, adjustment, cleaning, maintenance
etc., for which a machine must be stopped. (i.e. other than “normal” operation).
This includes activities such as constructing, installing, setting up, adjusting,
inspecting, modifying, lubricating, cleaning, un-jamming, servicing or repairing.
Supervisor: A person who has charge over a workplace or authority over a worker.
Depending on the particular reporting relationship, a Supervisor includes, but is
not limited to any of the following: Manager, Associate Dean, Director, Vice
President or President.
Tagout: The act of placing a warning tag on a padlock used for lockout to
communicate the equipment must not be reenergized or operated until the lock
is removed.
37
 Lockout - Tag out
Responsibilities
Supervisors are responsible for:
• Identifying machines, equipment or processes in their area(s) that
possess hazardous energy and are required to be included in the
lockout/tagout program.

• Providing equipment, materials and protective devices necessary

to perform work safely.

• Ensuring written lockout/tagout procedures are prepared for

machines, equipment and processed in their area.

• Ensuring authorized employees under their control understand

and apply lockout/tagout procedures.

• Ensure contractors performing servicing or maintenance work in

their area comply with lockout/tagout procedures. 38
 Lockout - Tag out
Responsibilities
Employees are responsible for:
• Assisting in the development of lockout/tagout procedures for
machines, equipment or processed in their area.

• Following procedures developed for machines, equipment or

processes in their area.

• Reporting any deficiencies or problems associated with

lockout/tagout procedures.

Occupational Health and Safety Department is responsible for:

• Providing assistance and guidance to departments regarding
lockout procedures.
• Coordinating appropriate training for employees.
• Reviewing and updating the lockout/tagout program.
39
 Lockout - Tag out
Responsibilities

Contractors are responsible for:

• Complying with the requirements of this
program.
• Providing their own locks, tags and lockout
devices.
• Removing their own locks, tags and lockout
devices when the maintenance or servicing work
has been completed.
• Contractors must communicate their lockout
procedures to the designated workplace
representative.
40
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures
Lockout/Tagout Guidelines
• 1) Only authorized employees are permitted to perform
lockout/tagout procedures.
• 2) If an energy isolating device is capable of being locked
out, then it must be locked and tagged.
• 3) If an energy isolating device is not capable of being
locked out, then it must be tagged out.
• 4) Prior to commencing servicing or work, equipment and
machinery shall be inspected to verify the equipment or
machinery can be effectively isolated.
• 5) All potential sources of hazardous energy (e.g. gravity,
electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, pressure etc…) must be
considered when determining lockout/tagout procedures.
• 6) Each person performing servicing or work on a machine
must apply their own lock. After the lock has been applied,
the key must be retained by the person who applied the
lock. 41
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures
Lockout/Tagout Equipment
• Each department is responsible for selecting and
maintaining their lockout/tagout equipment.
Lockout/tagout equipment must meet the following
requirements:
• Locks must be key operated and standardized for each
department or trade.
• Locks must not be used for purposes other than
lockout.
• Tags must be made of durable, non-conductive
material and must include wording such as: DO NOT
OPERATE, DO NOT START, DO NOT OPEN.

• Note: “OUT OF SERVICE” tags must not be used for

lockout/tagout purposes.
42
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures

Prepare for Shutdown

• The authorized employee will:
1) Identify machines, equipment and processes to be isolated.
2) Inform all affected employees when machinery or piece of
equipment will be locked out.
3) Identify the types and magnitude of hazardous energy to be
controlled and understand the hazards of that energy.
4) Identify the methods for controlling the hazardous energy.
5) Identify all isolation points and energy isolation devices to
be locked out. Ensure remote computer and/or
programmable computer logic controllers are considered.
6) Identify and obtain appropriate personal protective
equipment.
7) Identify and obtain locks, tags, lockout devices and other
equipment required to perform the work. 43
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures

Equipment Shutdown
• 1) Notify all affected employees of the
lockout.
• 2) Shutdown the equipment following the
normal stop or rundown procedures. (e.g.
push ON/OFF or START/STOP buttons or
switches).

44
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures

Isolation
• 1) Locate all energy isolation devices required to control the
hazardous energy.
• 2) Operate the energy isolation devices such that the machine or
equipment is isolated from energy sources. This usually involves
opening a disconnect switch, circuit breaker or closing valves.
Notes:
(1) Never open a disconnect switch without first shutting down the
equipment as it could result in arcing or an explosion. Use the left
hand rule when opening and closing disconnect switches. (Left
hand rule: Stay to the right of the disconnect switch, face away
and use your left hand to operate the switch. This positioning
protects the face and body in the event of arcing or an explosion).
Use your right hand and face away if the switch is on the left side
of the box.
(2) Removal of fuses does not constitute lockout since the fuse could
be easily replaced. Removing a fuse and locking the box is
acceptable though. 45
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures

Apply Lock and Tag

• 1) Apply locks and tags to each energy isolation device to
ensure it is held in OFF position.
• 2) Where a lockout device is required for an energy
isolation device, install the lockout device and apply locks
and tags to ensure it is held in the “OFF” position.

De-energization: Control or Release Stored Energy

• 1) After application of lockout devices, all stored or residual
energy must be relieved, disconnected, blocked, bled,
restrained or otherwise made safe.
• Note: Remember to check that all motion has stopped.
Consider energy stored in capacitors, springs, pressure
lines, block or support elevated equipment.
46
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures

Verification
1) Ensure all affected employees are cleared of the
machine or equipment.
2) Before beginning any work, verify the machine or
equipment is isolated and cannot be activated or
restarted by one or more of the following actions:
-Manually operating control buttons or switches to
start or operate the machine or equipment. Return
controls to their off or neutral position.
-Using test instruments to test circuits.
-Visually inspecting the position or movement of parts
such as gears, rotating parts, shafts, flywheels to
ensure movement has ceased; inspecting gauges or
other indicators.
47
 Lockout - Tag out
General Lockout Procedures

Release from Lockout

1) Ensure all non-essential equipment or parts have been
removed from the machine and the machine is
operationally intact and safe to be operated.
2) Ensure the machinery, equipment and surrounding
area is clear of anyone who could be harmed by the
start-up.
3) Ensure each person who applied a lockout device and
tag removes these from each energy isolation device.
4) Energize the machine, but do not start it up.
5) Notify all affected employees the machine or
equipment is ready to be started.
6) Re-start the machine or equipment. 48
 Lockout - Tag out
Special Lockout/Tagout Procedures
Testing on Energized Equipment
When there is a need to temporarily remove a lockout device
to perform testing or troubleshooting on a piece of
equipment or machinery, the following procedure is to be
used:
• 1) Clear the machine or equipment of parts, tools that
could be affected by energizing the machine or equipment.
• 2) Clear people from the area.
• 3) Remove the lock(s) and tag(s) from the affected energy
isolation device.
• 4) Perform the required testing/work.
• 5) De-energize and re-apply the lockout devices
• 6) Verify the machine or equipment has been re-isolated by
operating controls etc…
• 7) Resume work on the machine or equipment.
49
 Lockout - Tag out
Special Lockout/Tagout Procedures
Group Lockout
When maintenance or servicing work is being performed by more than
one authorized employee, a primary authorized employee must be
assigned responsibility for the controlling all energy isolating
devices for the machine, equipment or process.
• 1) Before beginning work, the primary authorized employee will
apply a multi-lock hasp and lock to each energy isolating device and
verify the machine, equipment or process has been isolated.
• 2) Other authorized workers review the adequacy of the isolation
and apply their own locks to the multi-lock hasp.
• 3) Authorized employees perform work.
• 4) Upon completion of work, each authorized employee removes
non-essential items from the work area and remove their own
personal lock(s).
• 5) The primary authorized employee is the last one to remove their
lock and the energy isolating device. This can only be done after the
primary authorized employee has assessed the area and is satisfied
it is safe to so.
50
 Lockout - Tag out
Special Lockout/Tagout Procedures

Contractors
• Whenever outside contractors perform
maintenance or servicing work that require
lockout/tagout procedures, the designated
workplace representative and each contractor
shall inform each other of their respective
lockout/tagout procedures. The workplace
representative must communicate this to
affected company employees and ensure
these respective procedures are mutually
understood.
51
 Lockout - Tag out
Lockout/Tagout Device Removal

Each authorized employee who applies a lock and tag is responsible for
removing their own lock and tag. In situations where it is not possible for
the employee to remove his/her own lock, the lock can be removed by an
individual authorized to do so and by the following steps:
• 1. The authorized individual will assess the situation to determine whether
it is safe to remove the lock, preferably with someone knowledgeable of
the machine, equipment or process and reason for the lockout and/or the
maintenance or service work being performed.

• 2. After it has been determined to be safe to remove the lock, the

“Lockout Device Removal Report” must be filled out before removing the
lock.

• 3. The authorized individual removes the lock and ensures the person
whose lock was removed is notified of the removal before they return to
work.

52
Lockout - Tag out

53