Implementation of Lockout/Tagout

Covers OSHA-compliant lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices for controlling hazardous energy and preventing accidental equipment startup during maintenance.

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About this Course

This course provides an overview of lockout/tagout (LOTO) principles and OSHA requirements, helping learners understand how to control hazardous energy during equipment servicing and maintenance. Learners will explore common energy sources, learn how to conduct risk assessments, master the development of written energy control programs and standard operating procedures, and understand the roles and training requirements of employees involved in LOTO activities. The course also covers energy isolation verification, documentation, periodic inspections, and best practices for maintaining an effective and compliant LOTO program.

Language Availability: English

Suggested Audiences: Environmental Health and Safety Professionals, Industry Maintenance Personnel, Managers, Operators, Supervisors

Organizational Subscription Price: $675 per year/per site for government and non-profit organizations; $750 per year/per site for for-profit organizations
Independent Learner Price: $99 per person

Course Content

Introduction

Introduces the OSHA Control of Hazardous Energy Standard (29 CFR 1910.147). The module helps participants recognize common hazardous energy sources—such as electrical, mechanical, thermal, chemical, pressure, and stored energy—and understand why uncontrolled energy poses significant safety and business risks.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21824 (English)
Author(s): Barb Holt, BS, CSP

Risk Assessment

Master the essentials of lockout/tagout risk assessments. The module explains the distinct responsibilities of authorized and affected employees and how each role contributes to the safe control of hazardous energy during servicing and maintenance activities. The module further explores how to spot and document hazardous energy sources using manuals, diagrams, and on-site walk-throughs.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21825 (English)
Author(s): Barb Holt, BS, CSP

Written Program

Discover the critical elements that lockout/tagout written procedures must include, such as purpose, scope, roles, and step-by-step controls for shutting down, isolating, verifying, and safely re-energizing equipment. The module reviews how to document energy control procedures and discusses how to build a strong written program that supports compliance through enforcement expectations and planning for special situations.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21826 (English)
Author(s): Barb Holt, BS, CSP

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

This module examines the role of standard operating procedures (SOPs) in lockout/tagout (LOTO) programs, including the required components, authorship, verification, and review processes. Learners will explore how to develop effective LOTO procedures, address special situations such as group lockout/tagout and shift changes, and maintain SOPs that support worker safety, consistent operations, and regulatory compliance.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21827 (English)
Author(s): Barb Holt, BS, CSP

FAQs

Who should take the Implementation of Lockout/Tagout course?

This course is designed for maintenance personnel, operators, supervisors, managers, environmental health and safety (EHS) professionals, and others responsible for implementing, overseeing, or complying with lockout/tagout procedures. It is also valuable for contractors and personnel involved in developing hazardous energy control programs, risk assessments, and standard operating procedures.

How long does this course take to complete?

The course consists of four video-based modules. Completion of all modules, as well as the corresponding quizzes, should take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

What are the standard recommendations for learner groups?

We recommend that employers require all of the modules in the course. The modules in this course are also designed to be completed sequentially.

What are the advantages of this course?

This course provides practical guidance for identifying hazardous energy sources, conducting risk assessments, developing compliant lockout/tagout programs and procedures, and verifying energy isolation to help protect workers and support OSHA compliance.

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