Training Outline
- What is LOTO – Safety procedure to isolate energy sources
- Why LOTO – Prevents injury, fatality, and equipment damage
- When LOTO – During servicing, cleaning, inspection, maintenance
- Energy Types – Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, chemical, gravity, kinetic
- Simulation – Demonstration of lock/tag process and verification
- SOP Steps –
1. Preparation
2. Notify employees
3. Shutdown equipment
4. Isolate energy
5. Apply lock & tag
6. Release stored energy
7. Verification
8. Perform work
9. Remove lock/tag & restart safely - Responsibilities – Authorized employees, affected employees, supervisors
- Key Rule – Each worker removes their own lock
Trainer Introduction
At WorkShark Safety, we believe that knowledge is the foundation of workplace safety. Our trainer, Cheryl, brings over 8 years of experience in the safety industry, with a strong focus on Lockout Tagout (LOTO) systems. She is deeply passionate about sharing practical safety knowledge and helping teams build a strong safety culture from the ground up.Cheryl’s training sessions are known for being hands-on, realistic, and highly engaging. She uses a professionally designed LOTO training board, complete with simulated switches and valves, to recreate real-world lockout scenarios. This approach allows participants to gain direct, practical experience in a controlled environment—making the learning process effective, memorable, and applicable.
Her dedication to improving workplace safety through education has made her a respected trainer across industries. Whether you're new to LOTO or looking to enhance your team’s safety practices, Cheryl’s training ensures participants walk away with the confidence and competence to implement lockout procedures properly.