Lockout/Tagout in Construction: The Energy Control Program That Prevents Electrocutions, Crushings, and Chemical Releases
Servicing equipment or working on energized systems without properly controlling energy sources kills workers. Lockout/tagout (LOTO) programs isolate energy sources, verify isolation, and prevent unexpected energization during work. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 governs LOTO. Construction contractors performing renovation, retrofit, or maintenance must implement LOTO programs.