Hazardous energy control lockout/tagout (LOTO) program documentation and certification requirements.

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Clarification of "authorized" and "affected" employees and proper energy control procedures.

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.

February 10, 2004

[Name and Address Withheld]

Dear [Name Withheld]:

Lockout/tagout procedures, including work permits and groups of machines/equipment.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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

August 12, 1994

Ms. Joanne B. Linhard
Consultant
Organizational Resources Counselors, Inc.
1910 Sunderland Place, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036

Dear Ms. Linhard:

This is in response to your December 20, 1993 letter, requesting interpretation of the Control of Hazardous Energy Source (Lockout/Tagout) standard, 29 CFR 1910.147. Please accept our apology for the delay in responding. Your questions and our replies follow: