1. UCG- TAG OUT LOCK OUT

2. SAFE WORK PROCEDURE SCOPE: Definitions
Reasons for Isolation Lock-out and Tag-out
Types of Isolation
When is Isolation Required?
Authority to Perform Isolations
Isolation Process
When is Lock-out and Tag-out Required?
Lock-out and Tag-Process
Removal of Lock-out and Tag-out
Returning Plant to Service
Damaged or Defective Plant
Process for using an “Out of Service Tag”
Removal of “Out of Service Tag”
Working on Equipment that is Out of Service

3. DEFINITIONS.
Isolation: de-energising plant/equipment and/or disconnecting services such as gas or water or electricity
Lock-out: applying a personal lock to the means of isolation that physically prevents activation of plant, equipment or services
Tag-out: a tag that warns others that the plant, equipment or service is not safe to use

4. REASONS FOR ISOLATION LOCK-OUT & TAG OUT.
Isolation of Services or Maintenance, of Plant & Equipment
Damaged or Defective Plant & Equipment
Note: There are different tags and requirements for each process

5. Types of isolation may include:
ISOLATION TYPES
Types of isolation may include:
Energy sources such as:
Electrical power
Stored kinetic energy (e.g. suspended loads)
Hydraulic power
Pneumatic (air) power
Services such as:
Gas
Water
Supply of other substances such as fuels and oils

6. Electrocution When is Isolation Required?
Isolation is required when one or more people are conducting:
Maintenance on plant or
Excavation or concrete cutting or
Drilling where there is a risk of:
Electrocution
Contact/entanglement with moving parts
Release or ignition of a substance
Accident or inadvertent start-up
Use of plant/equipment in an unsafe condition

7. Authority to Perform Isolations
Isolations should be performed by competent persons who have received training in the correct isolation method for the specified plant, equipment or service.
In some instances -This may mean enlisting the services of a tradesperson such as an electrician.

8. The following process MUST be followed:
Isolation Process
The following process MUST be followed:
Notification to all persons who may be affected
Lower elevated objects/equipment (if practicable)
Isolate at the main energy supply e.g. Electricity switchboard or Water meter
Apply personal danger tags and personal locks
Verify the effectiveness of the isolation before work

9. Examples of Personal Locking Devices
When is Tag Out Lockout required
A Lock-out / Tag-out system must be used each time plant, equipment or services are isolated for maintenance, repair or cleaning.
Examples of Personal Locking Devices
A hasp is used to attach multiple padlocks where more than 1 person is working under the protection of a specific isolation
An electrical cord lock-out device used to prevent connection of electrical equipment to the mains power supply
Padlock with a unique key that can be used to lock isolator switches in the safe OFF position

10. Lock-out & Tag-out Process
Each person performing work under isolation must securely attach their Personal Danger Tag, stating:
Name
Date and time of placement
Reason for attaching tag
Tags are to be used once only
Lock-out / Tag-outs must be applied to the point of isolation to prevent accidental start-up.
Where multiple people are involved, each person must attach their personal lock.

11. Removal of Lock and Tag-out
Personal locks and tags may only be removed by the individuals who placed them and only once their work has been completed to a safe standard
Failure of a person to remove their personal lock or tag upon completion of work may result in disciplinary action

12. Prior to start-up: All locks and tags must be removed
Return Plant or Pemises to Service
Prior to start-up:
All locks and tags must be removed
All safeguards must be correctly fitted
Notify any persons who may be affected by the start-up
Visually inspect and/or conduct a head-count to ensure all workers are well clear of moving parts or electrical supply

13. Returning Plant to Service
It is strictly prohibited to activate plant, equipment or services while a tag or lock is in place.

14. Damaged or Defective Plant
All employees, contractors and visitors must immediately report damaged or defective plant / equipment to their Site Manager or Supervisor.
If there is any risk of harm to people or plant/equipment, an out of service tag must be used.

15. Ensure: The item of plant / equipment is safely isolated
Process for using an “Out of Service” Tag
Ensure:
The item of plant / equipment is safely isolated
An Out of Service Tag is securely attached to the means of isolation
The defective item is removed from the work area where practicable
Report defective item to Manager or Supervisor

16. Removal of “Out of Service Tag”
The person who placed the “Out of Service Tag” may remove it at any time provided they are competent to determine the plant/equipment is able to resume safe operation.

17. Removal of “Out of Service tag”
Persons authorised to remove another person’s “Out of Service Tag” are:
A tradesperson who has repaired the fault and is satisfied that the item is safe to resume operation
A Supervisor / Leading Hand in charge of the repair work and who is satisfied that the item is safe to return to service

18. Working on Equipment that is out of Service
REMEMBER
“Out of Service Tags” do not provide you with protection because they do not identify your presence on the job.
It is your responsibility to place your personal danger tag and lock over the “Out of Service Tag” for the duration of your work on the equipment.

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