Electrical & PPEQuestion 76 of 100
What is the first step in a typical lockout/tagout procedure?
a.Start the machine
b.Remove all guards
c.Leave the area
d.Prepare for shutdown by identifying energy sources and notifying affected employees
Explanation
The first step of lockout/tagout is preparation: identifying all energy sources and notifying affected employees of the planned shutdown. The equipment is then shut down, isolated, locked and tagged, and any stored energy released. Finally, the isolation is verified before work begins.
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