EFFECTIVE LOCK OUT / TAG OUT (LOTO) PRACTICES TO ENSURE SAFETY AT WORKPLACES
Course Introduction
Electricity is a vital part of our daily lives, powering everything from homes and offices to factories and hospitals. However, without proper safety measures, working with electrical systems can be extremely hazardous.
This course introduces Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – a proven method to prevent the accidental release of stored energy during installation, operation, testing, maintenance, or repairs. Participants will learn how to properly isolate, lock, and tag equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
By mastering LOTO procedures, organizations can reduce workplace accidents, protect employees, extend equipment lifespan, and avoid costly downtime.
Objectives
- Understand key electrical safety terms and concepts (arc flash, faults, permit to work, earth fault, etc.)
- Identify major hazards: arc flash, electric shock, electrical fire, falling from heights.
- Recognize the causes, consequences, and control measures of arc flash and arc blast.
- Apply methods to minimize electric shock, fire, and related risks.
- Implement Permit to Work procedures effectively.
- Understand the goals, steps, and benefits of LOTO.
- Identify hazardous energy sources that require LOTO.
- Learn the eight steps of LOTO procedures.
- Appreciate the importance of protective devices and electrical earthing.
- Gain awareness of Electricity Act 1990 & Regulations 1994 related to workplace safety.
Who Should Attend
- Electrical & Mechanical Engineers
- Chargemen & Supervisors
- Technicians & Maintenance Teams
- Fresh Engineers seeking electrical safety skills
Lessons Module
Day 1
- Introduction to Electrical Safety Terms (faults, voltages, hazards)
- Hazard Identification & Mitigation
- Arc Flash & Arc Blast – causes, implications, and severity factors
- Arc Flash Analysis & Control Methods
- Electrical Fires – causes & prevention
- Electric Shock – causes, risks, and prevention
Day 2
- Effects of Electric Shock on Human Body
- Hazard & Risk Control in Electrical Work
- Permit to Work – procedures & responsibilities
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – objectives, benefits, and authorizations
- Hazardous Energy Sources & the Eight LOTO Steps
- Electrical Earthing & Protective Devices (fuses to SF6 breakers)
- Electricity Act 1990 & Regulations 1994 – safety compliance
Benefits
- Reduce risks of accidents, injuries, and fatalities.
- Strengthen knowledge of electrical safety & compliance.
- Learn practical LOTO implementation for workplace safety.
- Improve reliability & lifespan of equipment.
- Ensure safe, compliant, and productive operations.
- 2 Days Programme
- 9:00am to 5:00pm
Training & Workshop Methodologies
- Interactive Lectures
- Group Discussions
- Case Studies
- Hands-On Exercises