Construction Lockout Tagout Verification Checklist

Comprehensive lockout/tagout verification checklist for construction sites covering electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic energy sources.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Per lockout event
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: Authorized Employee/Electrician
  • Total Items: 22
  • Compliance: OSHA 1926.417, OSHA 1910.147, NFPA 70E

Notification

Employee notification

  • Affected employees notified?
  • Reason for shutdown explained?

Shutdown

Equipment shutdown

  • Equipment shut down using normal procedures?

Energy Isolation

Isolating energy

  • All energy sources identified?
  • Electrical energy isolated?
  • Mechanical energy isolated (blocked/secured)?
  • Pneumatic/hydraulic energy isolated (bled)?

Lockout/Tagout Application

Lock and tag

  • Personal locks applied to all isolation points?
  • Tags applied with employee info?

Zero Energy Verification

Verify isolation

  • Tried operating controls to verify isolation?
  • Voltage/energy tested with meter?
  • Zero energy state confirmed?

PPE Compliance

PPE inspection

  • Hard hats worn?
  • Safety glasses worn?
  • High-vis vests worn?
  • Steel-toe boots worn?

Fall Protection

OSHA 1926 Subpart M

  • Fall protection above 6 feet?
  • Guardrails intact?
  • Harnesses inspected?

Housekeeping & Organization

Site organization

  • Walkways clear?
  • Materials stored safely?
  • Debris removed?

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