Lockout Tagout (LOTO) Awareness

Controlling hazardous energy through safe isolation and lockout procedures

Course Overview

This course provides learners with an understanding of lockout/tagout procedures and the importance of controlling hazardous energy during maintenance, repair and servicing activities. Learners will explore the types of hazardous energy, isolation methods, lockout device requirements, authorised worker responsibilities and the risks of unexpected machine startup. The course supports safe working practices in engineering, manufacturing and maintenance environments.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the purpose of lockout/tagout procedures
• Identify sources of hazardous energy in the workplace
• Apply energy isolation and lockout procedures correctly
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of authorised workers
• Recognise the risks of unexpected energisation
• Use lockout devices and tagout systems correctly
• Support safe isolation and permit-to-work systems

Course Structure (4 topics, 12 lessons)