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What is the purpose of a Lockout/Tagout kit?
What is the purpose of a Lockout/Tagout kit?
What does Zero Mechanical State (ZMS) refer to?
What does Zero Mechanical State (ZMS) refer to?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a Lockout/Tagout kit?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a Lockout/Tagout kit?
What should be done if appliance wiring is suspected to be damaged?
What should be done if appliance wiring is suspected to be damaged?
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Who should retain the key to the Lockout device?
Who should retain the key to the Lockout device?
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What information must be included on a Tagout device?
What information must be included on a Tagout device?
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When can a Tagout device be used instead of a Lockout device?
When can a Tagout device be used instead of a Lockout device?
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Where should a Tagout device be affixed if it cannot be placed directly on the energy control device?
Where should a Tagout device be affixed if it cannot be placed directly on the energy control device?
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What action should be taken if Natural or LP gas lines need to be secured while the valve is in the 'on' position?
What action should be taken if Natural or LP gas lines need to be secured while the valve is in the 'on' position?
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When is it permissible to remove a Lockout/Tagout device that has been affixed?
When is it permissible to remove a Lockout/Tagout device that has been affixed?
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What should be communicated to the building representative when affixing a Tagout device?
What should be communicated to the building representative when affixing a Tagout device?
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For control valves in a commercial application, what must be done to prevent flow beyond a closed valve?
For control valves in a commercial application, what must be done to prevent flow beyond a closed valve?
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What should be done if a Lockout device cannot be affixed to a valve?
What should be done if a Lockout device cannot be affixed to a valve?
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In what circumstance should Lockout/Tagout devices not be applied?
In what circumstance should Lockout/Tagout devices not be applied?
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What is the procedure if the power to an elevator is turned off during an emergency?
What is the procedure if the power to an elevator is turned off during an emergency?
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What should Fire Rescue personnel do after notifying the elevator company?
What should Fire Rescue personnel do after notifying the elevator company?
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Study Notes
Lockout/Tagout Procedures for Emergency Operations
- Purpose: Control hazardous energy from machines, equipment, and electricity to protect Fire Rescue personnel during emergencies.
- Authority: Fire Rescue Administrator
- Scope: Applies to all Emergency Operations personnel.
Lockout/Tagout Kit Contents
- Six padlocks with two keys each (one key on the padlock, one on a master ring)
- Six "Do Not Operate" tags
- Six wire-wraps
- Two multi-lock hasps
Zero Mechanical State (ZMS)
- ZMS: Machine, equipment, or system is inoperative with the energy source isolated.
- Lockout/Tagout devices clearly indicate that energy control devices cannot be moved from "off" position.
Lockout Device
- Lockout device: Multi-lock hasp and padlock used (Lockout/Tagout Device).
- Key kept by the person applying the lockout device.
- Used when possible; if not, a Tagout device is used.
- Physical security recommended.
Tagout Device
- Tagout device: "Do Not Operate" tag (Lockout/Tagout Device).
- Affixed at the same location as the Lockout device.
- Located as close as possible to the energy control device if direct affixation is not possible.
- Clear visibility is vital.
- Tagout devices include: Unit ID, Company Officer name, Station phone number, and Communication Center phone number.
Procedures
All Applications
- Electrical Damage Suspected: Disconnect appliance from outlet, turn off breaker, and affix a "Do Not Operate" tag to the panel.
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Natural/LP Gas Lines: Turn off the valve, apply a Lockout/Tagout device to prevent accidental re-opening.
- Incident Commander decides if the Lockout/Tagout device stays in place longer.
- Remove the Lockout/Tagout device if the Incident Commander instructs, allowing gas utilities to apply their own.
- General Principle: Lockout/Tagout devices should not be removed without explicit Incident Commander instruction.
Residential Applications
- Inform the building representative of the reason for the Tagout device and recommend contacting an electrician prior to removal.
Commercial Applications
- Control Valves (closed): Apply a Lockout/Tagout device to prevent accidental opening. If Lockout cannot be applied, use Tagout and physical security.
- Special Operations Arrival: Special Operations personnel apply the proper Lockout/Tagout device.
- Sprinkler Control Valves: Lockout/Tagout devices are not applied to sprinkler control valves, as these valves may require emergency activation.
- Elevator Rescue: Follow SOG 320-01 procedures. If elevator power is turned off, apply a Lockout/Tagout device and do not remove it until a building representative or elevator company takes responsibility.
- Fire Rescue should not wait on-site for an extended period for elevator companies. Instead, remove the Lockout/Tagout device after notification and return to the scene for removal.
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Test your knowledge on Lockout/Tagout procedures that are crucial for protecting Fire Rescue personnel during emergencies. This quiz covers the purpose, authority, scope, and contents of a Lockout/Tagout kit, along with application of Zero Mechanical State (ZMS), lockout, and tagout devices.
