OSHA Top Citied Standards

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the top 10 most frequently cited standards for Fiscal Year 2022 (October 1, 2021, to September 30, 2022) are as follows:

1. Fall Protection, construction (29 CFR 1926.501)
2. Hazard Communication (29 CFR 1910.1200)
3. Scaffolding, general requirements (29 CFR 1926.451)
4. Respiratory Protection (29 CFR 1910.134)
5. Ladders (29 CFR 1926.1053)
6. Lockout/Tagout (29 CFR 1910.147)
7. Powered Industrial Trucks (29 CFR 1910.178)
8. Fall Protection - Training (29 CFR 1926.503)
9. Personal Protective and Lifesaving Equipment - Eye and Face Protection (29 CFR 1926.102)
10. Machine Guarding (29 CFR 1910.212)

These standards cover a range of safety topics in various industries to ensure proper protection and compliance in the workplace.

To meet OSHA standards for lockout/tagout procedures, certain signs, tags, and lockout/tagout products are required. Here are the key requirements:

1. Lockout Devices: Lockout devices are used to physically prevent the energy source from being activated. They can include locks, hasps, chains, or other devices that securely hold energy isolation devices in a safe position.

2. Tags: Tags are used to provide additional information about the lockout/tagout procedure. They are typically attached to the lockout devices and provide warnings or instructions to employees. Tags should be durable, easily visible, and standardized using a specific format or color.

3. Lockout and Tagout Signs: Signs are used to identify the energy isolation points and provide clear instructions to employees about the lockout/tagout procedure. These signs should be prominently displayed near the energy sources and include information about the equipment being serviced, the responsible personnel, and the expected duration of the lockout/tagout.

4. Tagout Devices: Tagout devices are used when lockout devices cannot be applied, but there is still a need for additional warning or identification. Tagout devices can include tags, fasteners, adhesive labels, or other similar devices that are securely attached to the energy isolation points.

It's important to review the specific requirements outlined in OSHA's standard for Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) - 29 CFR 1910.147, as it provides detailed guidelines on the use of signs, tags, and lockout/tagout products to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.