The Lockout Before Servicing sign is used to tell workers that they must lock out all energy sources on a machine before they do any maintenance, repair, cleaning or adjustment on the machine. This Lockout Before Servicing sign is like a reminder that's always on the machine and it tells people that no one should touch the machine when it is being serviced unless they follow the lockout procedure first.

These Lockout Before Servicing signs should be placed on the machine near the controls that start the machine on the panels and doors that people use to get to the machine, on the switches that disconnect the power, and at any point where the equipment could be turned on. The sign should be placed in such a place that it is clearly visible to the workers.

The OSHA standard that requires Lockout Before Servicing signs is OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, which's the standard for controlling hazardous energy. Another standard, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145 covers the rules for signs and tags that are used to prevent accidents.

No, a Lockout Before Servicing sign is not the same as a lockout tag. A lockout tag is something that can be removed. It is put on a specific point on the machine when someone is working on it. A Lockout Before Servicing sign is a label that's always on the equipment and it tells people about the lockout rule. Many facilities use both Lockout Before Servicing signs and lockout tags as part of their lockout program.

Yes Lockout Before Servicing signs can be used on all types of machines. They can be used on equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, conveyors, presses, compressors and any machine that could hurt someone if it starts up when it is being serviced. If a machine has an energy source and needs to be serviced then it should have a Lockout Before Servicing sign on it.

No Lockout Before Servicing signs do not replace a written lockout procedure. Facilities still need to have a written procedure, train their employees and actually isolate the energy. The Lockout Before Servicing sign just reminds people of these requirements by putting the message where it matters most.

Lockout Before Servicing signs apply to all types of energy sources: electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, thermal and chemical. Any machine that has energy source that could hurt someone if it is released during servicing needs to have a Lockout Before Servicing sign before the servicing starts. This includes Lockout Before Servicing signs, for energy, hydraulic energy, pneumatic energy and all other types of energy.

Hazard signs come in different sizes. Some common sizes for hazard signs are 3.5" x 5", 5" x 7", 7" x 10", 10" x 14" These sizes ensure that hazard signs are visible and easy to read. Hazard signs need to be big enough to grab people's attention and small enough to fit in the space available