Whether an LED type device ca be used for the isolation and deenergization verification requirements of 1910.147 and 1910.333.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

December 12, 2012

Mr. Ralph Mosely
REM Safety Consultants, Inc.
3963 South Highway 97, Ste #317
Sandy Springs, Oklahoma 74063

Dear Mr. Mosely:

Thank you for your November 11, 2011, letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Directorate of Enforcement Programs (DEP). You asked questions about OSHA's general industry requirements for the control of hazardous energy. We apologize for the delay in responding.

Numerous questions on lockout/tagout under 1910.147 and 1910.269

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

August 4, 2011

Mr. Ronald Gall
Department of the Army
Corps of Engineers, Omaha District
Fort Randall Project
P.O. Box 199
Pickstown, SD 57367-0199

Dear Mr. Gall:

Use of local valves as a means of equipment isolation for energy control.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

August 30, 2011

Ms. Michele D. Jones
Functional Safety Team Lead
BP Exploration (Alaska) Inc.
P.O. Box 196612
Anchorage, Alaska 99519-6612

Dear Ms. Jones:

Numerous questions on lockout/tagout under 1910.147 and Subpart S.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

November 30, 2010

Mr. Jimmy Hill
Marshall Space Flight Center
Safety and Mission Assurance Directorate
QD5O/Industrial Safety Department
Marshall Space Flight Center, Alabama 35812

Dear Mr. Hill:

Interpretation of 29 CFR 1910.147 - Lockout Devices.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

March 3, 1992

Application of Lockout/Tagout to Employees Performing Maintenance Tasks on Cord and Plug Equipment

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

April 3, 2012

Mr. Richard F. Kayser
Chief Safety Officer
United States Department of Commerce
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20899

Dear Mr. Kayser:

Gaseous Diffusion Plants

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Memorandum of Understanding
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The U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
and
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Environments, Safety and Health

I. PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND:

Standard on the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout); Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection...

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  DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
  
  Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  
  [Docket No.

Notice of Public Meeting on Review of the Control of Hazardous Energy Sources (Lockout/Tagout) Standard (29 CFR 1910.147)

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    62:29089-29090
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

29 CFR Part 1910

[Docket No. S-012-B]

Notice of Public Meeting on Review of the Control of Hazardous Energy Sources (Lockout/Tagout) Standard (29 CFR 1910.147)

AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor.

ACTION: Notice of public meeting.


Review of the Control of Hazardous Energy Sources (Lockout/Tagout) Standard.

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  • Publication Type:
  • Fed Register #:
    62:41002
  • Title:

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

29 CFR Part 1910

[Docket No. S-012-B]

Review of the Control of Hazardous Energy Sources (Lockout/ Tagout) Standard

AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor.

ACTION: Extension of time for filing public comments.