Seafarers routinely work with hazardous machinery and equipment, such as steam pipelines, diesel generators, turbines, blowers, compressors, and live circuits.
The ISM Code mandates that ships minimize risks associated with these machines, as improper operation or maintenance can lead to serious injuries or fatalities.
Many incidents have occurred due to accidental activation of equipment during maintenance—accidents that could have been avoided through proper isolation or deactivation of machinery.
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures are critical for ensuring onboard safety during repairs and maintenance. This course provides essential knowledge and skills to safely control hazardous energy sources during machinery maintenance and servicing.
Highlights:
This course aims to equip learners with the essential understanding and knowledge needed to safely implement Lockout/Tagout procedures, effectively manage hazardous energy sources, and ensure safety during maintenance and repair activities onboard.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Recognize the importance of LOTO in preventing hazardous energy accidents and ensuring compliance.
- Identify key components of a LOTO plan, including procedures, policy, training, and responsibilities.
- Describe the eight-step LOTO procedure for isolating and securing equipment.
- Explain how LOTO records and audits support compliance and safety improvements.
Legislation & References: This course is based on the following references:
- Based on the requirements of the following:
- · ISM Code
- · Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Resources on the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout). U.S. Department of Labor. Available at: www.osha.gov
- · Industry Best Practices
Duration: 1 hour.
Who should attend:
- This course is designed for all seafarers involved in the maintenance and repair of onboard machinery and systems, whether major or minor.
Certificate: ABS
