Module 5.2: Roles and Responsibilities 

Roles and Responsibilities outlines the duties of individuals involved in the Lockout/Tagout process to ensure hazardous energy is properly controlled. You will learn how authorized employees, affected employees, and supervisors each play a role in maintaining a safe work environment during equipment servicing or maintenance. Understanding these responsibilities helps ensure that procedures are followed consistently and that everyone remains protected.

• Authorized employees apply and remove lockout/tagout devices and perform maintenance or servicing.

• Affected employees operate or work near equipment that may be locked out and must understand the purpose of LOTO.

• Supervisors or managers ensure proper procedures are followed and provide necessary training and resources.

• All workers must respect lockout/tagout devices and never attempt to operate locked or tagged equipment.

• Clear communication between all parties helps prevent accidental re-energization.

This video explains the difference between authorized and affected employees.