The second step in the lockout/tagout sequence is to _____.

The second step in the lockout/tagout sequence is to _____.

• A. Identify all authorized and affected personnel
• B. Isolate the energy source
• C. Lock out the device
• D. Verify zero energy state

Answer: (A)

Identifying who will be involved and who will be affected is all about clear communication and roles before any energy is isolated. By listing all authorized personnel (those who will perform the lockout and work on the equipment) and affected personnel (those who operate or work nearby and need to know about the shutdown), you establish who needs to be informed and who is responsible for safeguarding the area. This ensures everyone understands the plan, who is allowed to re-energize the equipment, and who must be kept out of the danger zone. With this awareness in place, you can then move on to isolating the energy sources, applying locks or tags, and finally verifying that the energy state is zero before maintenance begins. Skipping this identification step can lead to miscommunication and accidental energizing or exposure.

Identifying who will be involved and who will be affected is all about clear communication and roles before any energy is isolated. By listing all authorized personnel (those who will perform the lockout and work on the equipment) and affected personnel (those who operate or work nearby and need to know about the shutdown), you establish who needs to be informed and who is responsible for safeguarding the area. This ensures everyone understands the plan, who is allowed to re-energize the equipment, and who must be kept out of the danger zone. With this awareness in place, you can then move on to isolating the energy sources, applying locks or tags, and finally verifying that the energy state is zero before maintenance begins. Skipping this identification step can lead to miscommunication and accidental energizing or exposure.