Definition(s)
Lockout/Tagout
A safety procedure used to ensure that piping is properly isolated and cannot be energized or put back in service prior to the completion of inspection, maintenance, or servicing work.
Source: API 570, Piping Inspection Code: In-service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration of Piping Systems, Fourth Edition, February 2016, with Addendum May 2017. Global Standards
Lockout/Tagout
Use of either a lockout or tagout procedure conforming to OSHA 1910.147.
API RP 2201, Safe Hot Tapping Practices in the Petroleum & Petrochemical Industries, Fifth Edition, July 2003 (Reaffirmed October 2010), Global Standards
Lockout/Tagout
A process to specify that equipment is out of service until locks and/or tags are removed by the authorized person.
Source: API RP 54, Recommended Practice for Occupational Safety for Oil and Gas Well Drilling and Servicing Operations, Third Edition, August 1999 (2007). Global Standards
Lockout/Tagout
A procedure to control hazardous energy.
Source: API RP 74, Recommended Practice for Occupational Safety for Onshore Oil and Gas Production Operation, First Edition, October 2001 (March 2007). Global Standards