Lockout/Tagout consistently ranks among OSHA's most serious and most frequently cited violations — and for good reason. The unexpected energization, startup, or release of stored energy during maintenance or repair work is responsible for an estimated 120 fatalities and nearly 50,000 injuries in the workplace each year. OSHA holds employers directly responsible for ensuring that workers who perform maintenance or repair on machinery and equipment receive proper training on the control of hazardous energy. This course provides comprehensive coverage of OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) Standard for general industry.
 
 Learners will explore the definition and common types of hazardous energy — including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, and thermal — and gain a thorough understanding of the components required in an employer's energy control program. The course covers lock and tag requirements, the six steps of the lockout/tagout procedure, group LOTO protocols, and LOTO responsibilities during shift changes. A dedicated section on the "Fatal Five" causes of preventable LOTO injuries reinforces the real-world consequences of non-compliance. Learners will also clearly understand the distinct roles and responsibilities of Authorized Employees, Affected Employees, and Other Employees as defined by OSHA.
 
 Upon completion, employees will have the knowledge needed to safely de-energize and re-energize equipment and contribute to a workplace that meets OSHA's LOTO requirements.