Course Aims
This short course provides you with an overview of the lock out / tag out process.
It starts by describing what a lock out / tag out system is, detailing its purpose, and what it involves.
The course then moves on to the types of hazard exposures that might require lock out / tag out,
and follows this with a look at the laws associated with lock out / tag out, and the responsibilities
that you, and your employer, have under these regulations.
Finally, it sets out a six-step process you need to follow to ensure a safe lock out / tag out
Who Attends
This course is aimed at anyone involved with the service, repair or maintenance of machinery or
equipment that can unexpectedly release hazardous energy if it is not shut down and isolated
correctly. It is also relevant to the employees working alongside these people and their supervisors
and managers.
Course Content
- What is a Lock Out / Tag Out System?
- What Type of Hazard Exposure Might be Required for Lock Out / Tag Out?
- What Laws are Associated with Lock Out / Tag Out?
- The Six Steps to Successful Lock Out / Tag Out
Knowledge
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Understand what is a Lock Out / Tag Out System?
• Understand what Type of Hazard Exposure Might be Required for Lock Out / Tag Out?
• Understand what Laws are Associated with Lock Out / Tag Out?
• The Six Steps to Successful Lock Out / Tag Out
Additional Information
For those needing further safety training, courses such as Electrical Safety and Working Safely should
be completed alongside this one.
For Supervisors that want to continue to enhance their skills, courses such as Introduction to Risk
Assessment or Leadership Skills would make great next steps
Arrange your course with Sibbald
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