OSHA Rules and Regulations

When considering the rules and regulations of OSHA when applied to LOTO it is also extremely important to gain an understanding of definitions associated with the process to gain a greater understanding of the process and what is required.

Under the rules and regulations of lockout/tagout which is governed by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, they outline exactly when lockout and tagout should be utilised, and it is the legal responsibility of the employer to ensure they follow the rules and regulations that are outlined.

In the United States, there are a significant amount of rules and regulations enforced by the Occupational Health and Safety Association (OSHA) which must be followed in order to avoid severe penalties, fees and possible criminal investigation.

If you’ve looked into Lockout/Tagout procedures, chances are you’ve seen reference to an ‘energy control program’. But what exactly is an energy control program, and what does it have to do with LOTO procedures?