Safety Lockout Tagout (LOTO)： The Key to Workplace Safety
In industrial and manufacturing environments, ensuring the safety of workers during maintenance or repair operations is paramount. One of the most effective safety protocols to protect workers from hazardous energy sources is the Safety Lockout Tagout (LOTO) procedure. This procedure is designed to prevent the accidental release of hazardous energy while machinery is being serviced or repaired. It involves the isolation and locking of energy sources, along with the use of safety tags to clearly indicate that maintenance or repair work is in progress. What is Safety Lockout Tagout (LOTO)?