Strasbaugh Introduction
Version 1.2 - April 18, 1996; Update 11/6/96 1 - 19 U
3. For each energy source, operate the switch, valve, or other energy
isolating device so that the energy source(s) (electrical, mechanical,
hydraulic, etc.) is disconnected or isolated from the equipment.
Stored energy, such as that in capacitors, springs, elevated machine
members, rotating flywheels, hydraulic systems, and air, gas, steam, or
water pressure. etc., must also be dissipated or restrained by methods
such as grounding, repositioning, blocking, bleeding-down, etc.
4. Lockout the energy isolating devices with an assigned individual lock.
5. After ensuring that no personnel are exposed and as a check on having
disconnected the energy sources, operate the push button or other
normal operating controls to make certain the equipment will not
operate.
CAUTION: Return operating controls to neutral position after the
test.
6. The equipment is now locked out.
Restoring Equipment to Service
1. When the job is complete and equipment is ready for testing or normal
service, check the equipment area to see that no one is exposed.
2. When equipment is all clear, remove all locks. The energy isolating
devices may be operated to restore energy to equipment.
Procedure Involving More Than One Person
In the preceding steps, if more than one individual is required to lock out
equipment, each shall place his own personal lock on the energy isolating
device(s). One designated individual of a maintenance crew or a supervisor,
with the knowledge of the crew, may lock out equipment for the whole crew.
In such cases, it shall be the responsibility of the individual to carry out all
steps of the lockout procedure and inform the crew when it is safe to work on
the equipment. Additionally, the designated individual shall not remove a crew
lock until it has been verified that all individuals are clear.
Rules for Using Lockout Procedure
All equipment shall be locked out to protect against accidental or inadvertent
operation when such operation could cause injury to personnel. Do not attempt
to operate any switch, valve, or other energy isolating device bearing a lock.
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