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BoxLock Lockout Tagout Overview
BoxLock’s Lockout Tagout (LOTO) solution revolutionizes traditional LOTO processes by integrating intelligent access control technology to ensure compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. Designed for high-energy environments such as industrial, manufacturing, and utility-grade solar projects, BoxLock’s LOTO system enhances worker protection and streamlines energy isolation procedures.
Key Features
- Digital LOTO Management:
- Eliminates the need for manual logs and traditional padlocks by digitizing the entire LOTO process.
- Provides centralized tracking and reporting for energy isolation events.
- Barcode-Enabled Access:
- Replaces individual padlocks with secure barcodes or badges assigned to employees.
- Ensures access is restricted to authorized personnel only.
- Real-Time Notifications:
- Sends alerts for lockout or tagout status changes, enhancing situational awareness.
- Automated Compliance Logging:
- Maintains a digital log of all lockout activities, including timestamps, personnel, and status.
- Simplifies OSHA compliance by providing detailed and easily auditable records.
- Remote Monitoring:
- Enables supervisors to monitor LOTO status from anywhere using the BoxLock Control platform.
- Scalable Design:
- Supports single-site operations and expansive multi-location projects.
Key Components
- LOTO Location
- BoxLock Physical LOTO Tag
- BoxLock LOTO Tag Controller
- BoxLock Lock
- Affected Worker Barcode
How It Works
- Setup:
- Create a Lockout Tagout Location in BoxLock Control
- Distribute Employee Type barcodes or digital badges to authorized employees.
- Lockout Process:
- Employees scan their badge to lock onto the device.
- The system verifies authorization and logs the event.
- Tagout Process:
- Supervisors and employees can scan their badge to tag equipment as unsafe to operate.
- Notifications are sent automatically to relevant stakeholders.
- Monitoring and Reporting:
- Supervisors access real-time data through the BoxLock Control platform to monitor lockout/tagout statuses.
- Generate detailed reports for compliance and operational audits.