Lockout/Tagout Procedures Checklist

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Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment

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Initial steps to identify potential energy sources and assess the associated risks before lockout/tagout begins.

Describe the specific agricultural equipment/system to be serviced.

Identify Potential Energy Sources (check all that apply):

If 'Other' energy source was selected, please specify:

Maximum Hydraulic Pressure (PSI):

Maximum Pneumatic Pressure (PSI):

Voltage (Volts):

Describe any unusual or non-obvious hazards associated with this equipment.

Risk Level Assessment (Based on severity and likelihood):

Document any control measures implemented to reduce risk (e.g., physical barriers, guards).

Location of Equipment being assessed

Equipment Specific Procedures

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Detailed instructions for specific agricultural machinery and equipment, as hazards vary greatly.

Procedure for Tractor PTO Lockout

Procedure for Combine Harvester Engine Shutdown & Lockout

Procedure for Sprayer Pump Lockout & Tagout

Procedure for Irrigation Pump Lockout (Diesel or Electric)

Procedure for Grain Dryer Lockout/Tagout

Engine RPM before Shutdown (for verification)

Hydraulic System Isolation Method

Lockout/Tagout Device Application

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Ensuring proper application and verification of lockout/tagout devices on all energy isolating means.

Energy Isolating Device Type(s) Used:

Specific Details Regarding Lockout/Tagout Device Application (e.g., specific lock type, valve position):

Number of Lockout Devices Applied:

Lockout Device Placement:

Describe how the lockout device is secured and prevents unintentional release:

Which of the following are applied to the energy isolating device?

Tag Condition:

Any unique considerations for this specific lockout?

Verification of Isolation

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Procedures for confirming that energy sources are effectively controlled before work begins.

Describe the method used to verify zero energy state (e.g., voltage testing, visual inspection, pressure gauge readings).

Voltage reading after lockout (if applicable).

Pressure reading after lockout (if applicable - PSI, kPa, etc.).

Was the machine/equipment moved or started during verification?

Which verification steps were performed?

If 'Other' was selected in previous element, please specify the verification method.

Time of Isolation Verification

Was isolation successful?

If isolation was not successful, describe the corrective action taken.

Signature of Verifier

Employee Training & Authorization

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Documentation of employee training, authorization, and competency related to LOTO procedures.

Initial Training Date

Refresher Training Date

Training Hours Completed

Training Topics Covered (Select all that apply)

Authorized Employee Status

Trainer Name and Credentials

Training Certificate/Documentation (Optional)

Employee Signature

Supervisor Signature

Periodic Inspection & Maintenance of LOTO Equipment

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Ensuring lockout/tagout devices and procedures remain effective and compliant.

Last Inspection Date

Inspection Performed By (Role)

Number of Lockout Devices Inspected

Lockout Devices Condition (Select all that apply)

Notes on Lockout Device Condition/Repairs Needed

Tag Condition

Number of Tags Verified

Next Inspection Due Date

Inspector Signature

Group Lockout/Tagout Procedures

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Specific guidelines for situations involving multiple employees working on the same equipment.

Reason for Group Lockout/Tagout

Authorized Personnel Involved (Select All That Apply)

If 'Other' Selected Above, Please Specify:

Number of Locks/Tags Applied

Lockout Device Type (Primary)

If 'Other' Selected Above, Please Specify:

Date of Group Lockout

Time of Group Lockout Initiation

Signature of Initial Lockout Person (Person 1)

Signature of Second Lockout Person (Person 2)

Contractor Lockout/Tagout Procedures

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Procedures for ensuring contractors are properly integrated into the LOTO program.

Contractor LOTO Orientation Completion

Contractor Review of Site-Specific LOTO Procedures

Contractor Employee Number Involved in LOTO

Contractor Authorization to Perform LOTO

Description of Communication Plan Between Site Personnel and Contractor Regarding LOTO

Contractor LOTO Permit (if applicable)

Contractor Provided LOTO Devices Used?

Shift Change Procedures

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Guidelines for transferring LOTO responsibilities and ensuring continuity between shifts.

Incoming Shift Start Time:

Outgoing Shift End Time:

Brief Summary of Current Lockout/Tagout Status (Outgoing Shift):

Specific Equipment Currently Locked Out/Tagged Out:

Energy Sources Currently Isolated (Select all that apply):

Lockout/Tagout Status Verified By Incoming Shift Personnel?

Name of Incoming Shift Personnel Verifying Lockout/Tagout:

Signature of Incoming Shift Personnel Verifying Lockout/Tagout:

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