News

You are here: Home » News

Lockout tagout case--Large water pump maintenance

  • Publish Time: 2023-05-25
  • Visit: 228

Here's another example of a lockout-tagout case: Suppose a maintenance team needs to perform repair work on a large water pump used for irrigation on a farm. The pumps are powered by electricity and it is critical to make sure the power is off and locked out before the maintenance team starts work. First, the maintenance team will identify all sources of energy that need to shut down the pump, including the electricity supply. They will then use a lockout to secure the power supply, preventing anyone from turning it back on while they are performing maintenance work. Additionally, they will put tags on the lockouts to indicate that they are doing repair work and must not restore power. These tags will also provide contact information for the maintenance team in case other workers need to ask questions. After the maintenance team completes the repair work on the pump, the locking device will be removed and the power supply will be restored. It is important to note that this LOTO procedure must be strictly followed to prevent any accidental injury or death from unexpected restoration of power. In all lockout cases, worker safety is paramount. Therefore, following LOTO procedures accurately can prevent unnecessary accidents or injuries.

主图1


Previous:
lockout tagout cases-switchboard
Next:
Lockout tagout case-Milling machine