Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Safety Training

⏱️ 40 minutes

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Safety Training

Lockout/Tagout Safety Training Course

Hazardous energy can cause serious injuries during equipment servicing and maintenance. This training provides employees with a clear understanding of how proper lockout/tagout procedures prevent unexpected startup or energy release.

The Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Safety Training from Smarter Risk focuses on awareness, hazard recognition, and procedural responsibilities under OSHA’s Control of Hazardous Energy standard. This training explains when lockout tagout is required, the types of hazardous energy involved, and the six essential steps of LOTO, including energy isolation, control of stored energy, and verification of a zero-energy state.

Employees learn how lockout/tagout devices function, why individual locks are required, and how failures in the process lead to serious incidents. The course emphasizes roles and responsibilities for authorized employees, affected employees, supervisors, and contractors. It also addresses group lockout procedures, shift changes, emergency lock removal, and coordination with outside contractors.

This is a procedural and safety awareness course. It does not provide hands-on equipment servicing instruction or authorize employees to perform maintenance work. Employers must supplement this training with site-specific energy control procedures, hands-on instruction, and enforcement as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147.

What You’ll Learn

  • LOTO Fundamentals - What lockout/tagout is and why it is critical for controlling hazardous energy
  • OSHA Requirements - When OSHA requires lockout tagout during servicing and maintenance
  • Six LOTO Steps - The six required steps of lockout/tagout procedures
  • Energy Types - Types of hazardous energy, including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and stored energy
  • LOTO Devices - How lockout/tagout devices work and why personal locks are required
  • Roles & Responsibilities - Employee roles, responsibilities, and common LOTO failure points
  • Energy Isolation - Energy isolation and verification of zero energy
  • Stored Energy Control - Stored energy hazards and control methods
  • Group Lockout - Group lockout procedures and shift changes
  • Emergency Procedures - Contractor coordination and emergency lock removal

Course Details

Duration: 40 minutes
Format: Self Paced Online Training
Assessment: Knowledge quiz with immediate feedback
Certification: Certificate of completion upon passing
Access: Available 24/7 through Training Director LMS

Who Should Take This Course

  • Authorized employees who perform or support equipment servicing or maintenance
  • Affected employees who operate or work near equipment subject to LOTO
  • Supervisors and managers responsible for LOTO oversight
  • Contractors who may be exposed to site-specific energy control procedures
  • Maintenance personnel and facilities staff
  • Anyone who services, maintains, or repairs equipment with hazardous energy sources

Key Regulations Covered

This training addresses compliance requirements from:

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 - The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)

IMPORTANT: This training must be combined with site-specific energy control procedures, hands-on instruction for equipment-specific lockout/tagout, demonstration of proficiency, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations specific to your facility and equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the training take?
The course takes approximately 40 minutes to complete. Employees can complete the training in one session or break it into multiple sessions at their convenience.

Is this training OSHA compliant?
This training is designed to help organizations meet OSHA requirements for workplace safety. It covers OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 requirements for lockout/tagout procedures, hazardous energy control, and employee responsibilities. The training supports employer compliance with OSHA lockout tagout standards. Employers are responsible for ensuring site-specific energy control procedures, hands-on instruction, equipment-specific training, and any additional requirements applicable to their operations and equipment are met. This training provides foundational knowledge but does not authorize employees to perform maintenance work or replace hands-on instruction required by OSHA.

Do employees receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon successful completion, employees can generate a certificate of completion. All progress is stored and accessible in the main dashboard under Learner Report.

How often should employees take this training?
OSHA requires retraining when there is a change in job assignments, equipment, or procedures, or when periodic inspections reveal inadequate knowledge. We recommend annual refresher training at minimum, with immediate training for new employees who will perform or be affected by lockout/tagout procedures.

Can we track completion across our workforce?
Yes. Training Director provides real-time tracking of assignments, completion status, and quiz scores for all employees.

Does this training certify employees to perform lockout/tagout?
No. This training provides procedural awareness and foundational knowledge. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 requires employers to provide training that includes hands-on instruction, equipment-specific procedures, and demonstration of proficiency. Employers must supplement this training with site-specific energy control procedures and hands-on instruction before authorizing employees to perform lockout/tagout.

What is the difference between authorized and affected employees?
Authorized employees are trained to perform lockout/tagout procedures and service equipment. Affected employees operate or work near equipment that may be locked out but do not perform the lockout themselves. Both groups require training, but authorized employees need more comprehensive instruction including hands-on practice. Affected employees who work around electrical equipment should complete Electrical Safety Training to understand electrical hazards and safe work practices.

Does this cover electrical lockout tagout?
Yes. The training covers electrical lockout tagout along with other hazardous energy sources including hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, thermal, and stored energy. However, electrical work may require additional specialized training beyond general LOTO procedures.

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Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Safety Training is included with the Intelligent Plan.

  1. Sign up - You can begin on the free plan and upgrade when you’re ready to assign courses.
  2. Complete the company risk assessment (required) - It takes less than 15 minutes. Answer all questions as accurately as possible so we can set up your account correctly.
  3. Access your dashboard - After submitting the assessment, you’ll be redirected to your dashboard.
  4. Click Training Director - Start assigning courses to your team.

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