Lock-out/Tag-out

Program Content

There are many types of potentially hazardous energy including, electrical, thermal, chemical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and gravitational energy. All hazardous forms of energy must be locked out, blocked or released to ensure that machinery or equipment does not turn on or move during installation, repair or maintenance. This training program will teach students the methods and the legislative requirements for hazardous energy control (Lockout) in the workplace.

Training program topics include: 

• Lock-out/Tag-out definitions
• Legislative requirements
• General responsibilities
• Factors to consider when locking out equipment (R.A.C.E.)
• Lockout procedures
• Preparation for Lock-out/Tag-out
• Machine or equipment shutdown and isolation
• Application of Lock-out/Tag-out
• Verification of isolation
• Lock-out/Tag-out interruption
• Release from Lock-out/Tag-out
• CSA Standard Z460 Control of hazardous energy – Lockout and other methods

You will learn by:

• Classroom interaction with experienced instructors
• Exploring legislative requirements
• Demonstration and hands-on training in the care and use of equipment
• Detailed handouts, videos and quizzes

Who should enroll in this training program?

Employers, supervisors and workers who may be involved with planning or performing work that may expose a worker to hazardous energy will find this course beneficial. Maintenance workers, industrial equipment operators, millwrights, electricians, HVAC technicians are just a few of the occupations that will find the practical application of this course helpful.