Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) - Affected

This course discusses the necessary procedures used to control various types of hazardous energy when performing repairs and maintenance to machinery and equipment. Participants will understand how to identify and control hazardous energy while performing maintenance or repairs to machinery and equipment. Participants will also understand the importance of locks and tags. 

Contents:
• Overview of the OSHA regulation
• Types of hazardous energy
• Written procedures of machinery and equipment
• Duties of affected employees
• Proper lockout/tagout procedures
• Locks and tags
• Employee notification
• Contractors

Target Audience:
It is intended for West Virginia University employees who are affected by the machinery and equipment being down for service.

Frequency Requirements	Course Length	Referenced Regulation
Every 3 Years	1 Hour	29 CFR 1910.147