Lockout/Tagout Procedures: Ensuring Electrical Safety in Maintenance and Repairs

Question 1

Why is lockout/tagout the most important safety procedure when working on electrical equipment?

Accepted Answer

To stop accidental electrical flow

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To make repairs faster

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To help workers share information

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To show that equipment is turned off

Question 2

Which of the following is the primary purpose of lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

To prevent accidents and injuries by isolating energy sources during maintenance or repairs.

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To improve maintenance efficiency.

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To ensure compliance with safety regulations.

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To improve communication among maintenance personnel.

Question 3

What is the first step in a proper lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

Identify and isolate all energy sources that could pose a hazard.

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Notify all affected personnel about the lockout/tagout.

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Install lockout devices on all energy sources.

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Verify that all energy sources are de-energized.

Question 4

Who is responsible for verifying zero energy before removing lockout devices?

Accepted Answer

Qualified electrician

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Maintenance personnel

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Supervisor

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Safety inspector

Question 5

Which of the following actions is NOT permitted during a lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

Removing lockout devices without proper authorization

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Performing maintenance on isolated equipment

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Testing equipment for proper operation after lockout/tagout is removed

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Communicating with others in the work area about the lockout/tagout

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT part of the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) process?

Accepted Answer

Removing the lockout or tagout device at the end of the shift

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Identifying and isolating energy sources

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Applying a lockout or tagout device

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Verifying the isolation

Question 7

What type of lockout devices are recommended for isolating energy sources?

Accepted Answer

Padlocks and hasps

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Circuit breakers

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Electrical tape

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Warning signs

Question 8

How long should a lockout period last?

Accepted Answer

Until the maintenance or repairs are complete

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Until the equipment is returned to service

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For a maximum of 8 hours

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Until the supervisor removes the lockout device

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of adhering to LOTO procedures?

Accepted Answer

Guaranteed elimination of all electrical hazards

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Reduced risk of electrical accidents

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Improved maintenance efficiency

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Enhanced workplace safety

Question 10

What is the primary objective of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures?

Accepted Answer

To ensure electrical safety during maintenance or repairs

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To reduce the risk of electrical fires

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To prevent damage to electrical equipment

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To comply with industry regulations

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the authorized employee performing the lockout?

Accepted Answer

Removing the lockout device without proper authorization

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Verifying that all energy sources have been isolated

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Attaching the lockout device to the energy isolating device

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Informing coworkers of the lockout/tagout status

Question 12

What is the standard color used for lockout devices?

Accepted Answer

Red

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Yellow

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Blue

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Green

Question 13

When should a lockout/tagout procedure be implemented?

Accepted Answer

Before any maintenance or repairs on electrical equipment

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After energizing electrical equipment

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When the equipment is not in use

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Only during electrical emergencies

Question 14

What is the initial step in a lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

Identify and isolate all energy sources

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Attach lockout devices

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Verify that all energy sources are isolated

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Inform other employees of the lockout/tagout status

Question 15

In the event of an electrical hazard during a lockout/tagout procedure, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Leave the area immediately and notify your supervisor

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Continue working cautiously

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Ignore it and complete your task swiftly

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Wait for an electrician to arrive

Question 16

Which device prevents unauthorized access to an energy isolating device?

Accepted Answer

Padlock

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Warning sign

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Insulating gloves

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Voltage tester

Question 17

Who has the primary responsibility for ensuring the establishment and enforcement of lockout/tagout procedures in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

The employer

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The maintenance supervisor

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The safety manager

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The authorized employee

Question 18

What type of training is mandated for employees performing lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

Classroom instruction and hands-on practice

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Online training only

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Informal on-the-job training

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No training is required

Question 19

In lockout/tagout procedures, who is responsible for verifying the proper functioning of energy isolation devices?

Accepted Answer

Authorized employee

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Affected employee

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Supervisor

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Safety manager

Question 20

What is the fundamental purpose of employing lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

Preventing accidental activation or energy release during maintenance or repairs

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Ensuring adequate training in electrical safety for workers

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Meeting regulatory requirements and avoiding legal liability

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Providing visual indication of equipment being out of service

Question 21

When performing a lockout/tagout, what is the proper order of steps to follow?

Accepted Answer

Identify and isolate the energy source, attach lock and tag, verify isolation

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Attach lock and tag, verify isolation, identify and isolate the energy source

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Verify isolation, identify and isolate the energy source, attach lock and tag

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Identify and isolate the energy source, verify isolation, attach lock and tag, notify authorized personnel

Question 22

Which device is appropriate for locking out an electrical panel?

Accepted Answer

Hasp and padlock

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Circuit breaker

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Safety switch

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Disconnect switch

Question 23

When encountering an electrical hazard that necessitates lockout tagout, what should your immediate action be?

Accepted Answer

Contact your supervisor without delay

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Attempt self-repairs

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Proceed with caution while continuing work

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Leave the area and report it to the designated authorities

Question 24

Is it true that lockout/tagout procedures are only required for major electrical repairs?

Accepted Answer

No, false

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Yes, true

Question 25

What is the primary objective of lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

Prevent inadvertent machine operation during maintenance

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Ensure proper equipment disconnection prior to repairs

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Identify authorized personnel for repairs

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Document electrical equipment maintenance

Question 26

Who holds the primary responsibility for implementing and enforcing lockout/tagout procedures in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

The employer

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The maintenance technician

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The supervisor

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The electrical safety director

Question 27

In the proper lockout/tagout procedure, what is the initial step?

Accepted Answer

Locking out energy sources

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Applying tags to identify energy sources

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Verifying that energy sources are isolated

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Testing equipment for safety

Question 28

Which type of lock is appropriate for lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

Keyed padlocks

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Combination locks

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Biometric locks

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Magnetic locks

Question 29

What should you do if you encounter an electrical panel that is not properly locked out or tagged out?

Accepted Answer

Report it to your supervisor immediately

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Attempt to lock it out yourself

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Ignore it and continue working

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Wait for someone else to report it

Question 30

What is the primary purpose of group lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

To ensure multiple workers' safety when working on shared equipment simultaneously

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To isolate energy sources that cannot be physically locked out

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To document the equipment maintenance or repair work completed

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To provide training to new employees on lockout/tagout procedures

Question 31

What is the fundamental purpose of lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the inadvertent release of hazardous energy during maintenance or repairs

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To identify and mitigate workplace hazards

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To comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations

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To monitor the progress of maintenance activities

Question 32

When applying lockout/tagout, which step should be taken first?

Accepted Answer

Identify the energy sources involved

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Notify all affected workers

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Install the lockout device

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Verify the isolation of energy sources

Question 33

Who is solely responsible for removing lockout/tagout devices?

Accepted Answer

The person who applied the devices

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The supervisor

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The electrician authorized to perform the work

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Any qualified and authorized worker

Question 34

What is the appropriate action to take if an unfamiliar lockout/tagout device is encountered?

Accepted Answer

Leave it intact and immediately notify the responsible person

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Remove it promptly

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Attempt to identify the source of the hazard independently

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Continue working in the area despite the lockout/tagout device

Question 35

Who bears the ultimate responsibility for ensuring the effectiveness of lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

The organization employing the individuals involved

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The employee performing the task

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The supervisor overseeing the work

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The electrical contractor hired for the task

Question 36

When finding a lockout/tagout device you believe has been tampered with, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Leave the device in place and report it to the appropriate person.

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Resume work and inform your supervisor immediately.

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Remove the device and reinstall it.

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Ignore it and continue your work.

Question 37

What is the main purpose of lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

Isolating energy sources to prevent uncontrolled release.

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Preventing accidents during electrical maintenance.

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Identifying electrical hazards before servicing.

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Authorizing access to restricted electrical zones.

Question 38

In lockout/tagout procedures, which step should be initiated first?

Accepted Answer

Identifying energy sources.

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Notifying affected personnel.

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Applying tags and locks.

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Verifying isolation through testing.

Question 39

Why is testing crucial after isolating energy in lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

To ensure complete isolation of energy before servicing.

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To verify proper equipment functionality.

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To identify potential electrical hazards.

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To authorize re-energization of electrical circuits.

Question 40

Who is responsible for attaching the locks and tags in a lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

The qualified electrical worker performing the maintenance.

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The supervisor of the maintenance team.

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The electrician responsible for the specific electrical circuit.

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A safety inspector authorized by OSHA.

Question 41

What action should be taken if a lock or tag is found missing or damaged during a lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

Contact the authorized person immediately.

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Ignore the issue and continue maintenance.

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Replace it with a lock or tag of similar size.

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Proceed with caution while being aware of the potential hazard.

Question 42

Which of the following is not an energy-isolating device used in lockout/tagout procedures?

Accepted Answer

Capacitors

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Circuit breakers

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Disconnect switches

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Plugs and receptacles

Question 43

What is the reason behind specific machine or equipment-specific lockout procedures?

Accepted Answer

To ensure unique isolation methods for specialized equipment.

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To streamline lockout/tagout for common types of equipment.

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To identify hazards specific to particular machines.

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To assign different personnel to different lockout procedures for different machines.

Question 44

What is the central purpose of a lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the unexpected release of energy during maintenance or repair operations

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To identify potential hazards in the workplace

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To guide employees in following electrical safety protocols

Question 45

Which step should be executed first in a lockout/tagout procedure?

Accepted Answer

Identify and isolate all energy sources that could impact the work

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Apply a lockout device to the main energy source

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Alert affected employees and secure the work area

Question 46

Who bears the responsibility of removing a lockout/tagout device?

Accepted Answer

The authorized employee who initially applied the device

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The supervisor

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Any member of the maintenance team

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A qualified electrician

Question 47

Describe the correct procedure for applying a lockout device:

Accepted Answer

Lock it in the 'off' position and attach a 'Do Not Operate' tag

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Lock it in the 'on' position and attach a 'Caution' tag

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Secure it with a chain and lock

Question 48

What is the appropriate action to take if you discover a lockout device has been removed without authorization?

Accepted Answer

Report the incident to your supervisor promptly

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Remove the lockout device yourself

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Continue working without the lockout device

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Turn the power back on and resume work

Question 49

Which of the following is not considered a type of lockout device?

Accepted Answer

Circuit breaker

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Lockout hasp

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Ball valve lockout

Answer

Plug lockout

Question 50

What is the most important action to take before performing any electrical work on energized equipment?

Accepted Answer

Verify that lockout/tagout procedures have been implemented

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Wear appropriate personal protective gear

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Check the voltage of the equipment

Question 51

What are the potential penalties for violating OSHA lockout/tagout regulations?

Accepted Answer

Fines, imprisonment, or both

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Job loss

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No penalty

Answer

A written warning