Question

which safety procedure is the preferred method, and why?

tagout is preferred to lockout because tags contain written words and can display multiple languages.
tagout is preferred to lockout because tags can be more quickly and easily changed than locks.
lockout is preferred to tagout because locks are more easily identifiable in the workplace.
tagout is preferred to lockout because the energy sources are more secured with tagout.
lockout is preferred to tagout because the energy sources are more secured with lockout.
lockout is preferred to tagout because locks are more durable and last longer than tags.

Explanation:

Compare physical security of lockout and tagout

Lockout uses a physical lock to hold an energy-isolating device in a safe position, physically preventing the machine from being energized. Tagout only uses a prominent warning tag to indicate that the equipment should not be operated. Therefore, lockout provides a higher level of physical security.

Evaluate the given options

• "Tagout is preferred to lockout because tags contain written words..." (Incorrect: Lockout is the preferred method because it physically prevents operation).
• "Tagout is preferred to lockout because tags can be more quickly..." (Incorrect: Speed of application does not make it the preferred safety method).
• "Lockout is preferred to tagout because locks are more easily identifiable..." (Incorrect: The primary reason is physical security, not just visibility).
• "Tagout is preferred to lockout because the energy sources are more secured with tagout." (Incorrect: Lockout is more secure).
• "Lockout is preferred to tagout because the energy sources are more secured with lockout." (Correct: Lockout physically secures the energy isolation device).
• "Lockout is preferred to tagout because locks are more durable..." (Incorrect: Durability is not the primary safety reason).

Answer:

• (A) Tagout is preferred to lockout because tags contain written words and can display multiple languages.
• (B) Tagout is preferred to lockout because tags can be more quickly and easily changed than locks.
• (C) Lockout is preferred to tagout because locks are more easily identifiable in the workplace.
• (D) Tagout is preferred to lockout because the energy sources are more secured with tagout.
• (E) Lockout is preferred to tagout because the energy sources are more secured with lockout. (Correct answer)
• (F) Lockout is preferred to tagout because locks are more durable and last longer than tags.