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Tinashe Lewis April 23,2024 Homework 10 IE 419 Prioritizing Workspace Safety through Lock-out Tag-out Procedures Introduction: In regard to workspace safety, implementing safety protocols is crucial when dealing with safeguarding employees in hazardous conditions. The protocol I decided to go forth was Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) which serves a great purpose in this environment. The LOTTO protocol is a procedure that prevents accidents happening when dealing with starting up of machines or equipment in the maintenance or servicing period. Lock-out Tag-out procedure is important when it comes to dealing with hazards and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) appeals. OSHA Standards: OSHA standard 1910.147 implements mandatory LOTO procedures when controlling hazardous sources during maintenance or servicing. The procedures means that energy sources must be isolated and the application of the LOTO device to be able to prevent accidental re-energization before any work is started. These standards are to be essential and must be in compliance to minimize the risk of injuries or fatalities caused by hazardous energy. Other Standards Used by OSHA: In addition to OSHA standard 1910.47, ANSI (American National Standards Institute) and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) are referenced in 1910.147. These standards are guidelines and practices when implementing LOTO procedure. They also serve as alignments with specific industry requirements or advancements in technology. OSHRC Appeals: Case 1 :
OSHRC Docket number: 04-1157 OSHA standard: 1910.147(c)(1) § 1910.147(c)(4)(i), § 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(A), § 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(B), and § 1910.147(f)(1)(ii) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. This case involves the death of Paul Ney, from Townsend Tree Services Corporation who unfortunately lost his life involving a piece of tree trimming equipment. The alleged violations involve the LOTO standard because there was a failure to establish an energy control program. The OSHRC made a decision that this was affirmed a citation and penalty of $5,000. Case 2 : OSHRC Docket number: 08-0944 OSHA standard: 29 C.F.R. § 1910.147(c)(4)(i), 29 C.F.R. § 1910.147(d)(3) Choice Fabricators Inc. (CFI) received multiple citations after an inspection was conducted due to the high accident/injury rate. These citations were in regulations of the LOTO procedures such as failure to develop and utilize LOTO procedures, failure to protect employees with safety blocks, and various violations related to machine guards and controls. The OSHRC made a decision that the citation was classified as vacated. Case 3 : OSHRC Docket number: 21-0732 OSHA standard: 29 C.F.R § 1910.147, 29 C.F.R. § 1904.39 This case was when an employee suffered a fingertip injury from a plate rolling machine when the supervisor activated the machine without making sure the area was clear. Unfortunately the employee finger did have to get amputated however wasn't reported till 3 days later which OSHA was required to do an inspection. This led to many citations such as violation in regards to lockout/tagout procedures and failure to report the injury to OSHA within 24 hours. The decision for this case was affirmed seriously. Case 4 : OSHRC Docket number : 08-0847 OSHA standard : 29 C.F.R. § 1910.147 (LOTO standard) and 29 C.F.R. § 1910.261(b)(1)
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