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On September 1, 1989, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a final rule on the Control of
Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) in 29 CFR 1910.147. This standard went into effect on
January 2, 1990. It helps safeguard employees from hazardous energy while they are
performing service or maintenance on machines and equipment. The standard:
- Identifies the practices and procedures necessary to shut down and lockout or
tagout
machines and equipment
- Requires that employees receive training in their role in the lockout/tagout program
- Mandates that periodic inspections be conducted to maintain or enhance the energy
control program.
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