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Course Outline
Regulatory Framework and Standards
- Overview of applicable regulations and consensus standards
- Employer and worker legal responsibilities
- How LOTO fits into broader safety management systems
LOTO Policy and Program Development
- Key elements of an effective LOTO program and written procedures
- Permit-to-work and authorization workflows
- Recordkeeping, auditing, and continuous improvement
Identification of Energy Sources and Hazard Assessment
- Types of hazardous energy (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, chemical)
- Techniques for locating and documenting energy isolation points
- Risk assessment and prioritization for maintenance tasks
Isolation Devices, Locking, and Tagging Hardware
- Common isolation devices and best selection practices
- Lock and tag types, securement methods, and control of keys
- Special situations: group LOTO, multiple energy sources, and complex machinery
LOTO Procedures, Verification, and Restoration
- Step-by-step LOTO procedure structure and safe sequencing
- Isolation verification, testing, and safe work verification
- Safe removal of locks/tags and system re-energization protocols
Roles, Responsibilities, and Communication
- Segregation of duties: authorized, affected, and other employees
- Supervisor, HSE, and contractor coordination practices
- Shift handovers, group LOTO coordination, and emergency response
Hands-on Practical Labs and Assessment
- Practical exercise: developing and executing LOTO on representative equipment mock-ups
- Scenario drills: multi-energy isolation, unexpected hazards, and troubleshooting
- Competency checks, debrief, and corrective action planning
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- An understanding of basic manufacturing operations
- Experience working with or near industrial machinery
- Familiarity with workplace safety principles
Audience
- Maintenance technicians and electricians
- Machine operators and production supervisors
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) personnel
7 Hours
