OSHA Lockout Tagout Standard 1910.147(f) - Additional Requirements

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In general, equipment and machines are customarily shut down following the normal LOTO procedures, and any residual / stored energy are safely released. However, under certain circumstances, for example, testing with the power on, is often necessary to ensure the proper assembly and functioning the components. It may not be possible to apply Lockout Tagout during the test being performed.

In such cases, OSHA permits the removal of Lockout Tagout devices and the re-energization of equipment only during the time necessary for the testing or positioning of the machine, equipment, or component, and only when re-energization is essential to accomplish the servicing task.

However, appropriate measures should be taken to protect people and minimize the risk in such special cases.


Temporary removal of locks or tags and reenergization of the machinery or equipment is permitted to allow testing or repositioning, provided that specific procedures control the sequence of actions to be taken. The procedures must provide maximum safety coverage for employees when the equipment or machinery must be energized during the course of servicing. Employee exposure to hazards is high during these transition periods.


When this occurs, re-energization also requires that the authorized employee:

1. Clear the machines or equipment of tools and materials.

2. Remove employees from the immediate area.

3. Remove the LOTO devices as specified in your company plan.

4. Energize and proceed with testing or positioning.

5. De-energize all systems, isolate the machine or equipment from the energy source, and reapply lockout or tagout devices as specified.


Therefore, the energy control procedure for the equipment being serviced must reflect the required sequence of actions to be taken, and employees should be thoroughly trained in the use of procedures.


Check OSHA Guidelines - https://www.safetylock.net/learn-lockout-tagout/osha-documentation/


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