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Before commencing work on equipment under a LOTO system, what is the crucial final step after applying locks and tags?

After applying all LOTO devices, it is crucial to attempt to operate the equipment's controls to verify that all energy sources are isolated and that the zero e

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Question: Before commencing work on equipment under a LOTO system, what is the crucial final step after applying locks and tags?

Answer options: ✅ Attempting to start the machine to verify zero energy state.

  • Notifying your supervisor that the work is about to begin.
  • Documenting the start time of the maintenance task.
  • Removing all tools from the immediate work area.

Correct answer: Attempting to start the machine to verify zero energy state.

Explanation: After applying all LOTO devices, it is crucial to attempt to operate the equipment's controls to verify that all energy sources are isolated and that the zero energy state has been achieved and maintained, as per CCOHS guidance and provincial regulations.

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