Common Lockout Tagout Problems: Lack of Awareness and Insufficient Training
Insufficient Employee Awareness & Training in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Why It's a Critical Issue:
Poor LOTO training and low employee awareness lead to unplanned energy releases, causing severe injuries (e.g., electrocution, crushing, amputations) or fatalities. OSHA reports that failure to control hazardous energy is a top safety violation, often due to inadequate training.
Root Causes of Insufficient LOTO Training & Awareness:
1. Lack of Initial & Refresher Training
2. Language & Comprehension Barriers
3. No Real-World Scenario Training
4. Poor Safety Culture
5. Inconsistent Training Across Teams
Solutions to Improve LOTO Training & Awareness:
1. Structured Training Program
2. Interactive & Practical Learning
3. Clear Accountability & Verification
4. Leadership Involvement
5. Visual Reminders & Communication
LOTO failures often stem from training gaps, not just technical issues. A strong program combines education, practice, enforcement, and culture change to ensure workers understand, remember, and follow procedures—every time.
Lita Lock, a China based manufacturer, since 2017, active in manufacturing safety padlocks, electrical lockout, valve lockout, lockout station, tags and other lockout & tagout for global partners.
To help customers compliance with OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.147, Lita Lock does not only offer design, production and final assembly, but also a complete lockout & tagout solution for various industries.
Lita Lock pursues the competitiveness on creative, quality control, technology and sustainable development. As the founder of Lita Lock, Iris Chen says: “Many things have changed, but one thing that has not—our original intention to start businesses: keeping workers safe.” Together, we make work environments safer.
Sales Manager: Iris Chen
Email: iris@litalock.com
Whatsapp: + 86 13165872593
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