OSHA OSHA - Safety Certificate Lockout/Tagout Procedures Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedure?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the unexpected startup of machinery during maintenance

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To label equipment for inventory purposes

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To schedule routine equipment inspections

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To track employee work hours on machinery

Question 2

Who is classified as an 'affected employee' under OSHA's LOTO standard?

Accepted Answer

An employee whose job requires operating a machine under lockout

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An employee who performs the lockout procedure

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An employee who supervises the maintenance crew

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An employee who orders replacement parts for the machine

Question 3

How often does OSHA require periodic inspections of energy control procedures?

Accepted Answer

At least annually

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Every six months

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Every two years

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Only after an incident occurs

Question 4

Which of the following energy sources must be considered during a lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

All forms of hazardous energy including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and thermal

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Only electrical energy since it poses the greatest risk

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Only mechanical and electrical energy sources

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Only the primary power source connected to the main breaker

Question 5

What must an authorized employee do after applying lockout/tagout devices but before beginning maintenance work?

Accepted Answer

Verify that the equipment has been effectively isolated and de-energized

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Immediately begin the maintenance task to minimize downtime

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Notify the equipment manufacturer of the shutdown

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File a written report with OSHA documenting the lockout

Question 6

Under what condition may an employer use a tagout system instead of a lockout system?

Accepted Answer

When the energy-isolating device is not capable of being locked out and the employer can demonstrate full employee protection

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When the employer determines that tags are less expensive than locks

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When employees have fewer than five years of experience with the equipment

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When the machinery is used only during daytime shifts