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Lockout/Tagout If an energy isolating device is not capable of being locked out, can the employer use a tagout system? Yes, if an energy isolating device is not capable of being locked out, the employer's energy control program must use a tagout system. [29 CFR 1910.147(c)(2)(i)]. If an energy isolating device is capable of being locked out, must the employer use a lock out system? Yes. Unless the employer can demonstrate that the tagout system will provide full employee protection, as described in paragraph (c)(3) of the standard. [29 CFR 1910.147(c)(2)(ii)].(The employer may choose to use a tagout system as long as the requirements for additional training and periodic inspections are met.) Overview Scope and Application Purpose Definitions Energy Control Program Energy Control Procedures    - Documentation Energy Control Procedures    - Required Content Periodic Inspection Employee Training and    Communication Additional Training     (Tagout System)    Employee Retraining Lockout/Tagout New or Modified Equipment Full Employee Protection Materials and Hardware Application of Energy Control Release from Lockout/Tagout Testing of Machines Outside Personnel (Contractors) Group Lockout/Tagout    Requirements   Shift & Personnel Changes << Previous Page | Next Page >> Printer Friendly Version