OSHA Lockout Tagout Standard 1910.147(e) - Release from Lockout or Tagout

After the maintenance task is complete, the machines are supposed to be reenergized and restored to normal production operation. But, before that reenergization takes place, OSHA’s Lockout Tagout standard requires that, standardized procedures should be followed, to ensure that employees are not subject to an increased potential for injury.  

Section (e)(1) requires that when the maintenance task is complete, the work area should be examined and thoroughly checked to ensure that all the nonessential items including guards, left-behind tool, parts and materials have been removed, and that the equipment is operationally intact to avoid any mishap.

Section (e)(2) requires a check of the work area to ensure that all employees are safely positioned, and the affected employees are notified that the Lockout Tagout devices have been removed, and the machine is safely reenergized.

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