5. Shift Changes
The continuity of machine safeguarding during shift or personnel changes or during
long intervals of time between work will be accomplished through the use of a red supervisor lock.
Prior to shift change the supervisor will install a supervisor lock to the
lockout adapter prior to removal of personal safety locks unless the equipment
is ready to go back into service. A tag indicating the status of the machine/equipment
will be attached to the supervisor lock.
Supervisor locks shall be red in color and will be used to lock out machines/equipment
during shift changes or to maintain machines/equipment off line and to prevent
unintentional operation.
Supervisor locks (red) are not to be used as energy control devices for personal
protection. Supervisor locks will be applied and removed by supervisory management
personnel.
