Question

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heather is reviewing the steps to remove a tagout device. again, she asks you when to notify the affected employees. what should you tell her?

after inspecting the work area and machine, and before removing the tagout device

after restoring energy to the machine; notifying affected employees is the final step

after removing the tagout device, and before restoring energy to the machine

after performing the service work, and before inspecting the work area and machine

Explanation:

Analyze the requirements for device removal

Using the Lockout Device Removal knowledge point, before lockout or tagout devices are removed and energy is restored to the machine, specific steps must be followed to ensure safety. These steps include inspecting the work area to ensure nonessential items have been removed and that the machine components are operationally intact.

Determine employee notification timing

Using the Employee Notification Timing knowledge point, affected employees must be notified before the lockout or tagout devices are removed and the machine is re-energized. Therefore, the notification must occur after the work area and machine have been inspected, but before the actual removal of the tagout device.

Answer:

• (A) AFTER inspecting the work area and machine, and BEFORE removing the tagout device (Correct answer)
• (B) AFTER restoring energy to the machine; notifying affected employees is the final step
• (C) AFTER removing the tagout device, and BEFORE restoring energy to the machine
• (D) AFTER performing the service work, and BEFORE inspecting the work area and machine