develop and maintain a written lockout/tagout program that includes a lockout permit system.establish a process for evaluating work operations, machinery and equipment to determine where lockout/tagout procedures, devices and training are needed.keyed locks, lockout bars, braces, line blanks, line caps, electrical disconnect switches, programmable logic controllers, blocks). Means a device that physically isolates equipment from its energy source, and can be secured, locked or isolated in the “off” or closed position (e.g.

Means attempting to energize and/or operate equipment, following the implementation of a complete lockout to ensure the energy source has been locked out. Means an approved/durable label that is made of non-conductive material, which provides information about the purpose of locking the equipment out, and particulars such as whose lock it is and the date/time. Means disengaging all energy sources from equipment, safely releasing stored energy or materials, and securing the control device(s) in the “off” position with an approved lock, thereby rendering it incapable of operation, release or movement. Includes but is not limited to electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, chemical, gravity, thermal, steam, tension, momentum, spring pressure, head pressure and line pressure (fluid/gas). Includes but is not limited to machinery, devices, stationary tools, vessels, pipes, tanks, and vehicles. This policy applies to all employees of the City of Toronto, and all contractors and their sub-contractors working for the City. This policy and its associated guidelines provide direction for the development of effective lockout/tagout programs to prevent such injuries.

the release of stored energy or materials when working with equipment during service, repair, maintenance or operating activities.

the unexpected or accidental energizing or start up of machines or equipment, and.This policy is intended to protect all employees from injuries resulting from:

Lock out tag out policy