Lockout procedures involve systematically shutting off and securing energy sources to machinery or equipment, preventing the accidental release of hazardous energy while maintenance or servicing activities are performed. They are crucial for protecting employees from serious injuries or fatalities caused by unexpected energization, start-up of machinery, or release of stored energy.

 Nain and Associates offers comprehensive services that include developing customized lockout/tagout protocols tailored to your specific machinery and processes, training employees on proper lockout/tagout practices, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with safety standards, and updating your procedures as necessary to accommodate new equipment or changes in operations.

Our training covers the identification of applicable machinery and energy sources, steps for applying and removing lockout devices, understanding the hierarchy of controls for hazardous energy, and emergency response procedures. The goal is to equip your employees with the knowledge and skills to safely control hazardous energy sources.

While not all machinery requires lockout/tagout procedures, any equipment that could store or release hazardous energy during maintenance or servicing should have a specific lockout protocol. This includes electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, and thermal energy sources.

 It's recommended to review and update your lockout/tagout procedures at least annually or whenever there is a change in equipment, processes, or personnel. Regular reviews ensure that your procedures remain effective and compliant with current regulations, reflecting any changes in your operations or advancements in safety technology.