Federal regulations require that companies create and maintain lockout/tagout programs to prevent accidents. Many companies are still unaware that they are not compliant until it is too late. ESC Services, a Rockwell Automation business, is here to help modernize lockout-tagout programs to adhere with OSHA compliance and integrate industry best practices. ESC Services takes pride in the core knowledge on matters of lockout/tagout compliance and unique sensitivity towards minimizing the impact lockout/tagout can have on your business’ efficiency and productivity. ESC brings years of experience and state-of-the-art technology to help improve your understanding and implementation of proper lockout/tagout techniques. Working with ESC means your company can stay focused on what it does best while expert engineers custom tailor and implement your hazardous energy control program in a turn-key fashion. While ESC’s solutions are engineered to exceed minimum compliance with federal and state regulations, the added benefits include a comprehensive portfolio of services solutions that are focused on a return on your investment. As the future trends towards smart assets and the Internet of Things converging in the manufacturing setting, ESC helps future-proof your company by installing intelligent, company-wide solutions that dynamically change with time as your needs and equipment change. Investing in lockout/tagout today may not only prevent costly fines, but also may improve your employee moral and boost productivity. Learn more about ESC’s advanced lockout/tagout solutions and how they can pay you back. When companies look to improve productivity, safety is often overlooked as an area that could be a gold mine for ROI. Some of the top areas to focus on for payback that require minimal investment revolve around the five components that are required for compliance – most notably, machine specific lockout/tagout procedures.
5 Components To Lockout/Tagout Compliance
- Machine specific procedures for all serviceable equipment that reside on your site.
- Training for your people so they know how to use the procedures and for those who don’t use LOTO – they need training on what LOTO is so they know not to touch it.
- Devices, locks, and tags to ensure you have the tools to lock out any energy isolation point.
- Policy that, among other things, ensures your employees know how to follow the rules as well as the penalties if they fail to follow the rules.
- Auditing plan that ensures each procedure is inspected at least annually as well as ensuring each authorized employee is audited to ensure full understanding and competency with regards to lockout/tagout usage.
Interested in learning more about how CBT and ESC can provide you with a return on your safety investment while bringing your lockout/tagout procedures up-to-date? Contact us today for a free consultation.
