Online Lockout Tagout Training

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Lockout Tagout Training Course

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Certificate on Successful Completion
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15 Multiple Choice Questions
Course Duration: 30 Minutes
CPD Points: 1

This Lockout Tagout (LOTO) training course provides essential knowledge for those who may need to undertake lockout tagout operations safely. Lockout/Tagout is a proactive system that allows maintenance workers, cleaners, or other members of staff to practice their work safely, knowing that the machinery or equipment they are working on is disabled and has no risk or chance of switching on, which could cause serious injury or even death.

Being aware of the risks and hazards that surround dangerous machinery and equipment is the first step in understanding why following a thorough lockout tagout procedure is essential. Workers should be trained in all aspects of lockout tagout, including the information surrounding hazardous energy and how to control it. This course also looks at the nine stages of a lockout tagout programme that should be followed and also the stages of a group lockout.

Statistics show that 2019/2020, there were 15 deaths in the manufacturing industry that year and 11 of those deaths were caused by contact with machinery. RIDDOR Statistics. This highlights the importance of why lockout tagout is important for the safety and health and wellbeing of staff who are involved with dangerous machinery or equipment and others within the vicinity around them.

Work towards compliance with UK Health and Safety legislation
Train online at your own pace with a full audio voiceover
Assured by RoSPA & Accredited by CPD
Certificate on successful completion
Course duration: 30 minutes
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Who is this Online Lockout Tagout Training for?

If your job involves following a lockout tagout programme to complete routine maintenance on machinery or equipment, then this course will benefit you. It looks at the risks and hazards involved, as well as the vital information on what lockout/tagout is and its stages. This course also investigates types of hazardous energy that you may come into contact with, as well as the tools and equipment that may be used within a LOTO procedure.

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Course Aim

The aim of this lockout tagout course is to provide you with the essential knowledge on what a lockout/tagout procedure is, why it is important and how to complete the procedure safely. In this course, you will learn about hazardous energy and how this relates to the lockout tagout procedure..

Learning Objectives Course Content Assessment

Learning Objectives

On completion of the course, you should be able to:

Differentiate between lockout/tagout
Identify the definition of a lockout/tagout
Recognise regulations relating to lockout/tagout
Identify the importance of lockout/tagout training
Differentiate between lockout and hazardous energy

List the different types of hazardous energy
Identify why the use of a lockout/tagout procedure is important
List when a lockout/tagout procedure may be undertaken
Identify who is at risk
List the nine stages of a lockout/tagout procedure
List the procedure of a group lockout
Identify lockout/tagout equipment and its uses
List some maintenance activities
Differentiate between planned and unplanned maintenance
Name what may be included on a lockout/tagout written procedure

Course Content

This course is made up of the following modules:

An Introduction to Lockout Tagout

This section introduces the learner to the course. It looks at a case study that highlights the consequences of a firm not inputting a proper lockout/tagout programme in their factory and resulting in an accident.
Module 1 - LOTO Hazards and Risks

This section of the course concentrates on what lockout and tagout are. It also looks at the hazards and risks involved when working with equipment or machinery and the importance of training. In this section, you will also look at relevant legislation relating to a lockout/tagout programme.
Module 2 - Hazardous Energy

This section of the course covers what hazardous energy is, the different types of hazardous energy and where it comes from. You will also go through hazardous energy scenarios to put into a real-life perspective how it can impact health and employment.
Module 3 - Procedures and Maintenance

In this final section, you will cover the specific steps that should be followed in a lockout tagout procedure and what may be included in a lockout tagout written procedure. It also looks at what maintenance is and the different types of maintenance, such as planned and unplanned, and what maintenance may be included within your organisation.

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Assessment

On completion of the course lessons and training material an online assessment will automatically unlock. The assessment will contain 15 multiple-choice questions and a mark of 75% or above will be required to pass.

The assessment will be marked instantly and so you will know straight away if you have passed or not. If you don't pass first time there's no need to worry. Unlimited resits at absolutely no additional charge are available so you can retake the assessment again as many times as you need to.

Lockout Tagout Training Certification

Our entire library of training courses is accredited by the CPD Certification Service as adhering to the universally recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

This training course and its content has also been assured by RoSPA, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents.

Lockout Tagout Training - Certificate Example

Upon passing the online assessment you will have the options to both print and download your Lockout Tagout Training Certificate in PDF format. In addition to this an automated email will also be sent to your chosen email address containing a link to your certificate ensuring you always have access to a copy.

Furthermore, a QR code is displayed on each certificate which when scanned by a smartphone links to our certification database. This allows employers, auditors and local authority inspectors, for example, to establish a certificates validity instantly and at any time.

Common LOTO Training Questions

Lockout Tagout (LOTO) training teaches employees how to safely isolate machinery and equipment before maintenance, servicing or cleaning takes place. The aim is to prevent the unexpected release of hazardous energy that could cause serious injury or even death.

During training, learners gain an understanding of both the principles behind safe isolation and the practical steps needed to control hazardous energy in the workplace.

Key benefits of Lockout Tagout (LOTO) training for employers and employees.
Benefit	How it helps
Fewer accidents	Reduces injuries and lost working time.
Better compliance	Supports legal duties and industry standards.
Increased confidence	Employees understand safe isolation procedures.
Improved productivity	Clear procedures reduce confusion during maintenance.
Stronger safety culture	Encourages consistent safe behaviours across the workplace.

Effective LOTO training helps create safer workplaces by giving employees the knowledge and confidence to follow safe isolation procedures every time maintenance or repair work is carried out.

Anyone responsible for maintaining, servicing, repairing or cleaning machinery should receive Lockout Tagout training. It's equally valuable for supervisors, managers and anyone who may be affected by machinery being isolated during maintenance.

Providing training ensures everyone understands their responsibilities and helps maintain a consistent approach to safe working practices across the organisation.

Typical roles include:

Maintenance engineers
Electricians
Mechanical fitters
Production operatives
Engineering managers
Facilities and site maintenance teams
Contractors working on machinery
Health and safety professionals

Ensuring the right people receive appropriate training helps reduce the likelihood of accidents, improves compliance and supports a stronger safety culture throughout the workplace.

UK legislation does not specifically state that employees must complete a named "Lockout Tagout" course. However, employers have a legal duty to provide suitable health and safety information, instruction and training where hazardous machinery and energy sources are present.

LOTO training helps employers demonstrate they have taken reasonable steps to protect employees while meeting their legal responsibilities.

Relevant legislation includes:

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Electricity at Work Regulations
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

Providing suitable Lockout Tagout training is widely recognised as good practice and can form an important part of an organisation's overall machinery safety programme.

There is no fixed legal expiry date for Lockout Tagout training. Refresher training should be provided whenever employees need to update their knowledge or when workplace circumstances change.

Regular refresher training helps reinforce safe working practices and ensures employees remain competent when carrying out isolation procedures.

Refresher training may be appropriate when:

New machinery is introduced.
Isolation procedures change.
An accident or near miss occurs.
Employees change roles.
A competency review identifies knowledge gaps.
Several years have passed since previous training.

Reviewing training regularly helps organisations maintain high safety standards and ensures employees continue to follow current best practice.

Many people associate Lockout Tagout with electricity, but hazardous energy can exist in many different forms. Understanding these energy sources is essential for carrying out safe isolation procedures.

A suitable Lockout Tagout procedure identifies every energy source before maintenance work begins.

Examples of hazardous energy sources controlled through Lockout Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Hazardous energy	Example
Electrical	Live electrical circuits and equipment.
Mechanical	Moving parts, springs and rotating machinery.
Hydraulic	Pressurised hydraulic systems.
Pneumatic	Compressed air systems.
Thermal	Hot surfaces, steam and high temperatures.
Chemical	Hazardous substances or pressurised chemicals.
Stored energy	Residual pressure, gravity or stored mechanical force.

Identifying every hazardous energy source before work starts is one of the most important steps in preventing unexpected equipment movement and protecting those carrying out maintenance.

The Importance of LOTO Training

Every year, workplace injuries occur because machinery is unexpectedly energised while maintenance is taking place. Lockout Tagout training helps employees recognise these risks and follow procedures that prevent equipment from starting until it is safe to do so.

By understanding how to isolate hazardous energy correctly, employees can carry out maintenance with greater confidence and significantly reduce the likelihood of serious accidents.

LOTO training helps organisations:

Reduce workplace injuries.
Prevent unexpected machine start-up.
Improve employee awareness.
Support legal compliance.
Promote consistent safe working practices.
Strengthen workplace safety culture.

Investing in training isn't simply about meeting legal duties—it's about protecting people and creating safer working environments for everyone involved.

Providing employees with appropriate LOTO training delivers benefits beyond legal compliance. Well-trained staff are more likely to follow safe procedures consistently, reducing the risk of incidents that could disrupt operations.

Training also demonstrates a commitment to employee wellbeing and continuous improvement.

Some key benefits include:

Key benefits of Lockout Tagout (LOTO) training for employers and employees.
Benefit	How it helps
Fewer accidents	Reduces injuries and lost working time.
Better compliance	Supports legal duties and industry standards.
Increased confidence	Employees understand safe isolation procedures.
Improved productivity	Clear procedures reduce confusion during maintenance.
Stronger safety culture	Encourages consistent safe behaviours across the workplace.

A proactive approach to training helps organisations manage risk more effectively while creating a safer and more productive working environment.

Hazardous energy isn't always visible. Even when machinery appears to be switched off, stored electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic or mechanical energy may still be present.

Training helps employees recognise these hidden dangers before work begins, reducing the likelihood of unexpected energy release.

Examples of hazardous energy include:

Electricity
Hydraulic pressure
Pneumatic pressure
Mechanical movement
Gravity
Stored spring tension
Heat and steam
Chemical energy

Recognising every potential energy source is a fundamental part of effective Lockout Tagout procedures and helps ensure maintenance activities are completed safely.

A strong safety culture depends on employees understanding both the reasons behind safety procedures and the importance of following them consistently. Lockout Tagout training provides that understanding while encouraging accountability at every level of an organisation.

When everyone follows the same safe isolation process, communication improves and the risk of unsafe shortcuts is significantly reduced.

LOTO training encourages organisations to:

Standardise isolation procedures.
Improve communication during maintenance.
Increase employee confidence.
Reduce unsafe behaviours.
Promote personal responsibility.
Demonstrate commitment to workplace safety.

Over time, consistent training and clear procedures help embed safe working practices into everyday operations, benefiting employees, employers and anyone working around hazardous machinery.

Workplace Scenario

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Unexpected Machine Start-Up

Situation

A maintenance engineer is replacing a conveyor belt roller during a scheduled shutdown. Believing the machine has been switched off at the control panel, they begin work without applying a lockout device. A colleague, unaware that maintenance is taking place, restarts the conveyor from a remote control station. The conveyor suddenly moves, trapping the engineer's hand and causing serious injuries.

What went wrong?

The machine was switched off but not isolated from its energy source. Without a personal lock and warning tag in place, another employee assumed it was safe to restart the equipment. The maintenance work was not communicated effectively and the engineer had no protection against unexpected energisation.

Key takeaway

Always isolate every energy source before maintenance begins. Apply a personal lock and tag, verify the equipment is fully de-energised and never rely solely on an emergency stop button or control switch to protect yourself.

Workplace Scenario

Stored Hydraulic Pressure

Situation

An engineer is replacing a hydraulic hose on a press after switching off the machine. Believing the equipment is safe, they disconnect the hose without releasing the stored hydraulic pressure. Pressurised oil suddenly escapes, causing injury to their hands and face while the machine's moving components shift unexpectedly.

What went wrong?

Although the electrical supply had been isolated, stored hydraulic energy remained within the system. The engineer failed to release or dissipate the residual pressure before beginning maintenance, leaving a hidden hazard that could still cause serious injury.

Key takeaway

Lockout Tagout procedures must include every hazardous energy source, including stored energy. Before maintenance starts, verify that electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical energy have all been safely isolated and released.

Workplace Scenario

Contractor Working on Site

Situation

A contractor is servicing an industrial mixer during planned maintenance. The contractor applies their own lock to isolate the equipment, but a second contractor begins work without fitting a personal lock. When the first contractor finishes, they remove their lock, believing all work has been completed. The mixer is restarted while the second contractor is still inside the guarded area.

What went wrong?

Every person working on isolated equipment should apply their own personal lock. Sharing locks or relying on someone else's lock removes individual control over safety and increases the risk of equipment being re-energised before everyone has finished work.

Key takeaway

Each authorised person must apply and remove their own lock. Equipment should never be restarted until every personal lock has been removed and all workers are safely clear of the machinery.

Workplace Scenario

Electrical Isolation Assumed

Situation

An electrician isolates a packaging machine using the local isolator and begins replacing electrical components. Unknown to them, the machine also has a secondary power supply connected to a backup system. When wiring is disconnected, live conductors remain energised, resulting in an electric shock.

What went wrong?

The electrician assumed there was only one energy source and failed to identify the additional electrical supply. A proper Lockout Tagout procedure requires all energy sources to be identified, isolated and verified before work begins.

Key takeaway

Never assume equipment has only one energy source. Always follow documented isolation procedures, identify every energy source and test that equipment is fully de-energised before starting maintenance.

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