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 Lockout/Tagout
signs protect against the unexpected energization
or start up of machines and equipment that could injure
employees during service or maintenance.
Lockout signs and labels describe how to render machines
and equipment inoperative.
Tagouts are used when equipment is incapable of being shut
down. Tagouts indicate that the equipment being controlled
may not be operated until the tagout device is removed
According to OSHA,
both lockout and tagout signs need to be standardized within
the facility by either color, shape or size.
In the case of tagouts, the printing and format need to
be standardized and include warnings about hazardous conditions
if the machine or equipment is energized. They also need
include a legend such as: "Do Not Start. Do Not Open. Do
Not Close. Do Not Energize. Do Not Operate."
Because lockout/tagout signs and labels need
to be tough enough to withstand their environments without
wearing or eroding, label supplies should be of the highest
quality and durability. Look to the PowerMark
or the Brady Globalmark 2
for heavy-duty labeling tapes that won't let you down.
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