Electrical Risk Assessment (LOTO)

Over time, all equipment must be maintained, repaired, serviced or upgraded.
This work is normally done by the maintenance crew. The equipment must be in a safe condition so that the work can be performed. This means de-energizing the equipment, which means removing all sources of energy.

On completion of the course you will have a very good understanding of:

• What is Lockout Tagout (LOTO)?
• Legal Requirements for Lockout Tagout
• Types of Lockout Devices
• Lockout Tagout Tailored Solutions
• Lockout Tagout Safety Programme
• Group Lockout
• Work Continuing Across a Shift
• Work Continuing Over a Number of Days

This course is designed for personnel performing maintenance and servicing in or around energy sources and equipment that need to be isolated.

• Identify the energy sources, equipment, and conditions that require LOTO procedures
• Identify energy sources and equipment
• Identify common failures of LOTO
• List the key errors to avoid when using the LOTO procedure
• State the correct isolation methods to safety work on systems
• Equipment’s that require isolation
• Roles and responsibilities of LOTO
• State the correct methods for returning equipment operation
• LOTO removal procedure
• Restore the work area

• Presentation & Slides
• Audio Visual Aids
• Interactive Discussion
• Participatory Exercise
• Action Learning
• Class Activities
• Case Studies
• Workshops
• Simulation