Which OSHA standard utilizes a lockout/tagout device that can disable equipment?

The standard that specifically addresses the use of lockout/tagout devices to disable equipment is 29 CFR 1910.147. This regulation is essential in ensuring the safety of employees who are servicing or maintaining machinery. Lockout/tagout procedures are critical for preventing accidental energization, startup, or release of stored energy during maintenance activities, which could lead to serious injuries or fatalities.

Under this standard, employers are required to establish an energy control program that includes the proper training for employees involved in lockout/tagout procedures, thereby ensuring that they understand how to effectively disable machinery and safeguard themselves and others in the workplace. The requirement for a lockout/tagout device is a central focus of this standard, designed to provide necessary safety measures in potentially hazardous environments involving heavy machinery and equipment.