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The authorized employee must prepare for shut down by:
- Finding and reviewing the LOTO procedure for the equipment. The procedure should identify the specific piece of equipment and the step by step process for shutting down and restarting it. Take note of the energy source(s) and their location, type, magnitude, hazard, and control.
- Notifying affected employees that equipment will be under LOTO. Communicate these details to affected employees:
- What is going to be locked/tagged out.
- Why it is going to be locked/tagged out.
- For approximately how long will the system be unavailable.
- Who is responsible for the lockout/tagout.
- Who to contact for more information.
