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Cable lockout devices are adjustable locking mechanisms that secure energy isolation points during maintenance. Misconceptions about these devices create compliance gaps that trigger OSHA enforcement. A $16,131 citation costs more than decades of proper cable lockout equipment. What is a…
Plug lockout devices are safety devices used to prevent equipment operation by physically blocking electrical plugs from reconnecting to power sources. The cord-and-plug exemption sounds simple until you realize OSHA’s definition of “exclusive control” has a specific regulatory definition most…
Lockout Hasp Selection is critical for ensuring worker safety during maintenance operations. Choosing the right hasp can prevent regulatory citations and protect employees. At a Glance: What is Lockout Hasp Selection? Hasp Selection defines the process of choosing a lockout…
Key Takeaways Circuit breaker lockout types cause more fitment failures than any other LOTO hardware category. I’ve watched maintenance techs stand in front of a 480V panel with a $12 “universal” toggle lockout that won’t seat on anything. The toggle…
Key Takeaways The best lockout tagout station isn’t the cheapest one on Amazon. It’s the one that’s still intact three years from now with hardware that actually meets the four regulatory requirements. I’ve watched companies buy $89 plastic stations, fill…
Key Takeaways Valve lockout device selection is where most LOTO programs fall apart. I’ve walked through facilities with $50,000 lockout stations mounted on every wall—and found maintenance crews wrapping chains around gate valve handles because nobody bought the right hardware.…
