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GENERAL SAFETY NOTES
~ The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (O.S.H.A.) of the United States has
revised Section 1910-147, "THE CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY
(LOCKOUT/TAGOUT)".
NOTE: Hazardous energy may be: ELECTRIC, AIR, HYDRAULIC, WATER,
STEAM, GRAVITY, SPRING & ALL OTHER EQUALLY HAZARDOUS
ENERGY.
This revised regulation, states that you will de-energize all potential sources of energy
(may be more than one energy source) prior to performing service or maintenance on
any equipment. It also states that a lock shall be placed on the de-energized control,
along with a verified test (use of a voltmeter or other equipment) to insure no
accidental starts. If you are not familiar with this regulation, please review the
O.S.H.A. REGULATION, SECTION 1910-147.
In field service, full compliance with this regulation is difficult at best. Troubleshooting
must often be performed with hazardous energy applied; therefore extreme caution
must be followed during these troubleshooting steps. ONLY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL MUST PERFORM THIS WORK. This phase of the repair work must be
coordinated through the customer's facilities maintenance department or designated
person.
When performing service or maintenance as an outside contractor/worker, follow the
Outside Work Force's Lockout/Tagout system. Be alert for new types of lockout/tagout
devices.
~ Always use the correct personnel protective equipment (clothing, gloves, goggles etc.).
~ Always dissipate extreme cold or heat, or wear protective clothing.
~ Always follow good hygiene practices.
~ Each individual is responsible for his/her own safety.
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE ADHERE TO ALL "DANGER" AND
"CAUTION" STATEMENTS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL LEAD TO BODILY
INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR BOTH. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN
RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
Danger: This word is used to call attention to immediate hazards of equipment or conditions
which, if not avoided, could result in personal injury, loss of life or property damage.
Caution: This word is used to call attention to potential hazards of equipment or conditions
which, if not avoided, could result in personal injury, loss of life or property damage.
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