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LOTO Training (Lock Out / Tag Out)

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LOTO Training (Lock Out / Tag Out)

This LOTO Training (Lock Out / Tag Out) eLearning course provides comprehensive instruction on the Lock Out / Tag Out safety procedures used to control hazardous energy during the servicing and maintenance of machinery and equipment. Learners will understand the purpose of LOTO, how energy sources are identified and isolated, and how lockout and tagout devices are applied and managed to protect workers from unexpected energisation or start-up. The course supports compliance with regulatory expectations for controlling hazardous energy and helps organisations implement effective safe isolation practices.


Course Aim

The primary aims of the LOTO Training (Lock Out / Tag Out) course are to:

  • Introduce the principles of Lock Out / Tag Out and explain why controlling hazardous energy is critical for safety
  • Raise awareness of hazardous energy types (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, etc.) and associated risks
  • Clarify legal and organisational responsibilities for energy isolation and control under UK health and safety expectations
  • Provide practical guidance on implementing LOTO procedures, including identification, isolation, locking, tagging and verification steps
  • Encourage safe behaviours and effective documentation to support reliable energy control and incident prevention


Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this 60-minute training course, learners will be able to:

  • Define Lock Out / Tag Out and explain its purpose in controlling hazardous energy and preventing harm
  • Identify different types of hazardous energy present in machinery and equipment and understand associated risks
  • Understand the steps involved in safe energy isolation, including preparation, shutdown, isolation, locking/tagging and verification
  • Select and apply the correct lockout and tagout devices for a range of energy sources
  • Demonstrate how to implement LOTO procedures effectively, including record keeping and communication with affected personnel

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