This section gives technicians a clear overview of the Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out Safe Work Procedures used when working on electrical systems. The full PDF provides the detailed steps, hazards, and responsibilities, while this page highlights what the procedure is about and why it matters when isolating energy sources on RedBlue job sites.

What This Procedure Covers

The LOTO SWP outlines the hazards, controls, and step‑by‑step process required to safely de‑energize, lock out, and verify electrical systems before performing any work. It’s designed to prevent electric shock, arc flash, stored‑energy release, and accidental re‑energization. Inside the PDF, you’ll find guidance on:

• Common Hazards
  Electric shock, electrical fires, stored energy release, pinch/crush hazards, cuts/scrapes, fall hazards, and flash burns

• Required Controls
  Proper training, hazard identification, risk assessments, safe work area setup, and correct use of LOTO devices

• Safety Equipment & Documentation
  Electrical code book, LOTO procedures, breaker locks, cable locks, padlocks, hasps, plug lockouts, warning labels

• Proper Work Attire
  No conductive jewelry, fire‑resistant clothing, and no synthetic materials during electrical work

• PPE Requirements
  Non‑conductive eye protection, insulating gloves, steel‑toe footwear with rubber soles, hearing protection

• LOTO Steps
  Identifying energy sources, notifying affected personnel, shutting down equipment, isolating systems, dissipating stored energy, verifying isolation, completing work, and safely removing LOTO devices

• Verification Requirements
  Visual confirmation, testing circuits, and ensuring all energy is fully drained before work begins

  
  

Why It Matters

LOTO is one of the most critical safety procedures in electrical work. A single mistake can lead to severe injury or fatality. This Safe Work Procedure ensures every tech understands how to properly isolate electrical systems, prevent accidental energization, and follow the correct sequence of steps before starting work. It also reinforces the responsibilities of workers, supervisors, and the company in keeping job sites safe.

The full PDF linked here provides the complete procedures, checklists, and detailed instructions you’ll need before performing any electrical lock‑out/tag‑out work.

➜ Open Safe Work Procedures: Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out (LOTO)