What is Lockout/tagout (LOTO)?

A procedure that isolates energy sources such as power and gas before maintenance and fits locks and tags so no one can accidentally restore them during the work.

Field: Environment, health and safety

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  1. Which procedure, before tool maintenance, shuts off energy sources such as electricity and gas and attaches locks and tags so that no one can mistakenly turn them back on during the work?

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