Safety, Operation, & Maintenance Manual
Linear Cut Processing Systems
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1.3.2
Electrical Lockout/Tagout Procedures
1.3.2.1
Working on a Machine Outside the Machine’s Main Electrical Enclosure
Before performing maintenance on any machine with electrical power,
lockout/ tagout the machine properly. When working on a machine outside
of the machine’s main electrical enclosure, not including work on the
electrical transmission line to the machine, follow your company’s approved
lockout/ tagout procedures which should include, but are not limited to the
steps here.
1.
Engage an E-stop on the machine.
2.
Turn the disconnect switch handle to the Off position. See Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1: Disconnect Switch in Off Position
3.
Attach a lock and tag that meet OSHA requirements for
lockout/tagout. See Figure 1-2.
4.
Restrain or de-energize all pneumatic components, hydraulic
components, and other parts that could have live or stored power.
