In any industrial or manufacturing setting, worker safety is a top priority. One critical method of ensuring safety during equipment maintenance or servicing is the Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedure. This system relies on LOTO equipment to prevent accidents and injuries caused by the unexpected release of hazardous energy. Whether it is electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or thermal energy, LOTO equipment plays a key role in isolating these risks, making industrial environments much safer for workers.

What is LOTO Equipment? LOTO equipment refers to a set of tools used in the lockout-tagout procedure, which is a safety protocol designed to prevent equipment from being accidentally energized or started during maintenance. These tools are designed to lock out or tag out machines and energy sources, ensuring that unauthorized personnel cannot access or start the equipment while maintenance work is being performed. The main components of LOTO equipment include locks, tags, energy isolating devices, and lockout devices. Each of these elements serves a specific purpose in isolating hazardous energy and preventing accidents.