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OSHA Lockout Tagout Standard - 1910.147(c)(6) Periodic inspection

To ensure that the energy control procedures in place are adequate and being properly and consistently applied, a Lockout Tagout program must be reviewed/inspected periodically and revised if needed. Section (c)(6) of the OSHA Standard sets forth specific requirements for conducting the periodic inspection.

The periodic inspection provisions of the standard 1910.147(c)(6)(i) require that energy control program be reviewed at least annually to ensure compliance. The intent of this requirement is to ensure that energy control program is updated, accessible, and being implemented properly, and that the employees remain familiar with their responsibilities under those procedures. The periodic inspection also serves as an essential check to verify the continued proficiency of the employees in the safe application, use, and removal of the energy controls.

Under section (c)(6)(i)(B) The periodic inspection must be designed to correct any deviations and inadequacies observed, and the employer must certify that the periodic inspections have been performed.

Further, under Section (c)(6)(i)(C) of the standard requires that the inspector reviews the responsibilities of each authorized employee under the procedure with that employee.

Under Section(c)(6)(i)(D) the standard requires that when tagout alone is used, both authorized and affected employees must review the use of the tagout system as part of the annual inspection. This additional review is necessary because of the shortcomings of the tagout system. Tags can be removed or bypassed, and provide limited protection when compared to locks. To ensure proper implementation of Tagout, it is also important to periodically review responsibilities with affected employees and remind them of the restrictions imposed on them under the program. When Tagout alone is used, the annual inspection must also include a review on the limitation of tags with each affected and authorized employee.

Certifying the Inspection - 1910.147(c)(6)(ii)

Under the Standard 1910.147, the employer shall certify that the periodic inspections have been performed. In addition to the equipment, date of the inspection, name of the inspector, the employees included in the inspection and the person performing the inspection must also be documented. This document is intended to ensure that the involved employees have had the opportunity to review their responsibilities and demonstrate their performance under the procedure.

The inspection must be able to determine:

·  Whether the steps in the energy control procedure are being followed

· Whether the employees involved know their responsibilities under the procedure

· Whether the procedure is adequate to provide the necessary protection, and what changes, if any, are needed.

Check OSHA Guidelines - https://www.safetylock.net/learn-lockout-tagout/osha-documentation/

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OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.147 - Definition of Hot Tap and & Normal Production Operations

Hot Tap:

As discussed in our previous post, OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.147(a)(2) does not apply to Hot Tap and Normal Production Operations.

Hot tapping, or pressure tapping, is the method of making a connection to the existing piping or pressure vessels without interrupting the servicing for air, gas, water, steam, and petrochemical distribution systems. This means that a pipe can continue to be in operation while maintenance or modifications are being done to it. Only if the employer demonstrates that

·   continuity of service is essential

·  shutdown of the system is impractical

·   documented procedures are followed, and special equipment is used which will provide proven effective protection for employees.

Normal Production Operation:

Certain tasks such as minor and repetitive adjustments are considered normal production operations when they are integral to the use of the equipment, and when they do not increase the risk of injury to employees.

So, OSHA Standard, 29 CFR 1910.147 (a)(2) does not apply to Hot tap and Normal Production Operations only when the employees working on it are considered to be SAFE.

Check OSHA Guidelines - https://www.safetylock.net/learn-lockout-tagout/osha-29-cfr-1910-147-explained/

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OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134(g)(1)(i)(A):  The employer shall not permit respirators with tight-fitting facepieces to be worn by employees who have facial hair that comes between the sealing surface of the facepiece and the face or that interferes with valve function.

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https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.134

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6 Types of OSHA Viowations

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De Minimus Viowations- these are technical viowations of the wules that have awmost no chance of causing injury. Fow example, having 12 inches of cwearance instead of 13 in between waddew wungs. No cat himbos wiww be depwoyed to handle dese viowations.

Other Dan Sewious Viowations- Dese viowations may not cause sewious injuwy but awe still a safety wisk, such as faiwing to post safety documentation. Onwy one or two cat himbos may be depwoyed to handwe dese viowations.

Wepeated Viowations- Any time an empwoyer has had the same viowation ovew muwtiple inspections we wiww issue a wepeated viowation. Number of cat himbos depwoyed to handwe dese viowations vewy based on severity of viowation and numbew of times it has been wepeated.

Faiwuwe to Abate Viowation- When we discovew viowations we give empwoyers a deadwine to fix it. If dey faiw to meet it we redepwoy our cat himbos to stay dere evwy day till dey do.

Sewious Viowation- issued when an empwoyer knows about a significant hazawd to empwoyee heawth/safety and does not cowwect it. A fuww pwatoon of himbos may be depwoyed to cowwect this type of viowation.

Wiwwfuw Viowation- Did viowation is issued when an empwoyer wiwwfuwwy viowates osha reguwations or when dey show disregard fow empwoyee health/safety. We wiww depwoy as many cat himbos as necessawy to being the empwoyer to deir senses in owdew to cowwect dis most serious viowation.

Souwce: https://thestewartlawfirm.net/understanding-the-6-different-types-of-osha-violations/#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20if%20a%20ladder,health%20or%20safety%20at%20risk.

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In memory of the last semblance of sanity and safety on this godforsaken website, Godspeed osha-official

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following all the offbrand accounts is just part of my mourning process until either osha-offical comes back to life or i finally accept its fate

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Currently, OSHA recommends that employers set thermostats between 68 degrees and 78 degrees Fahrenheit. OSHA also provides guidance on “Working In Outdoor and Indoor Heat Environments,” and it suggests that employers: 

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OSHA Lockout Tagout Standard - Lockout Tagout devices must be Standardized & Identifiable

Under section (B) of (c)(5)(ii) of the OSHA Standard 1910.147, requires that Lockout Tagout Devices must be standardized in either colour, shape, size, print or format. The requirement of the standardized devices is meant to ensure that they are readily identifiable, unique, and distinguished from other similar devices found in the workplace. The intent of these provisions is to elevate the importance of Lockout Tagout devices and ensure that all the employees understand their distinct and exclusive purpose - to protect services & maintenance employees from accidental start-up or the release of stored energy. Section (c)(5)(ii)(D) of the standard requires that Lockout Tagout devices identify the employees who apply them. This requirement adds a degree of accountability to the LOTO program. Once the involved employee is identified, he/she can be located when needed. This identification is also essential as it enables the employer to quickly determine the identity of the employee who forgot to remove his lockout Tagout device. Check OSHA Guidelines - https://www.safetylock.net/learn-lockout-tagout/osha-documentation/

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OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134(g)(1)(i)(A):  The employer shall not permit respirators with tight-fitting facepieces to be worn by employees who have facial hair that comes between the sealing surface of the facepiece and the face or that interferes with valve function.

Apex Legends better get their shit together before OSHA comes knocking…

https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.134

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OSHA Lockout Tagout Standard - 1910.147(c)(5)(ii)(A) - Protective Material and Hardware - Durability

According to OSHA Standard 1910.147(c)(5)(ii)(A) - The Lockout Tagout devices must be DURABLE. The durability requirements are intended to ensure that the Lockout Tagout devices will not fail to perform their intended job. The LOTO Devices must be durable enough to resist the harsh environmental conditions - chemicals, abrasion and temperatures, to which they are exposed to for the expected period of time.

Tags and their means of attachment must be constructed and printed, so that the exposure to weather or other environmental conditions does not cause them to become unserviceable or the message on the Tag to become illegible. Using laminated Tags with reinforcing eyelets is generally adequate for the vast majority of work environment.

Tags so constructed, must also be durable enough to withstand the corrosive environment, especially the areas where acid and alkali chemicals are handled and stored.

Check OSHA Guidelines - https://www.safetylock.net/learn-lockout-tagout/osha-29-cfr-1910-147-standard/

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OSHA 1910.147(c)(4)(i) - Exceptions to Energy Control Procedures

Energy Control Procedures or Machine Specific Procedures need to be developed, documented & utilized always for full employee protection. If the total employee protection is obtained without ECP, then the need for developing ECP can be exempted. But all the essential elements required for complete safety of the employees have to be fulfilled.

The exemption is mostly for the simple equipment, when the Lockout device is under the exclusive control of the authorized employee, there is no potential for inadvertent release of stored or residual energy, and a single lockout device can achieve a locked-out condition. But in industries, even the complicated machines do not have the ECP. Many times when there are replicas of the same equipment, then the generic or common ECPs are used which leads to a lot of confusion & adequate energy control is not achieved, resulting in serious accidents.

So, ECPs are required for the isolation of hazardous energies & absence of ECP is the most common violation as per OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.147.

Check OSHA Guidelines - https://www.safetylock.net/learn-lockout-tagout/osha-29-cfr-1910-147-explained/

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OSHA Lockout Tagout: Full Employee Protection

OSHAs Lockout Tagout Standard does not prescribe the specifics of the energy control measures to be employed. Although, the standard lays down general procedures to be achieved, giving the employers flexibility in choosing the control procedures to be implemented, it focuses on achieving full employee protection.

Full Employee Protection:

As per OSHA Standard 1910.147(c)(3) - A lockout device should always be used when the machine’s energy isolating devices are capable of being locked out. But, there might be situations when, an isolating device is not capable of being locked out, a Tagout device is used alone in place of a Lockout device {1910.147(c)(3)(i)}.

In such a situation, it must provide a level of safety equivalent to that obtained by using a Lockout device, and the Tagout device must be attached at the same location, where the Lockout device would have been attached.

The employer must demonstrate full compliance with all Tagout related provisions of this standard. Additional protective measures, such as the removal of an isolating circuit element, blocking of a controlling switch, opening of an extra disconnecting device, or the removal of a valve handle to reduce the probability of inadvertent energization are needed to demonstrate that full employee protection has been achieved. Along with this, if an energy isolation device is not capable of being locked out, it must be redesigned or modified to accept the lock whenever major replacement, repair, renovation or modification of the machine is performed. The main motive is to achieve Full Employee Protection always. Check OSHA Guidelines - https://www.safetylock.net/learn-lockout-tagout/osha-29-cfr-1910-147-standard/