A cable lockout is a flexible, versatile safety tool used to secure multiple energy isolation points or lock out equipment with complex mechanisms. Made of a durable steel or nylon cable attached to a locking mechanism, it’s threaded through lockout points, tightened, and locked to prevent re-energization during maintenance.
Purpose
This device is ideal for:
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Securing Multiple Points: Perfect for equipment with various energy sources, like electrical panels, valves, and mechanical levers.
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Adapting to Irregular Shapes: Its flexibility allows it to wrap around objects or handles that other devices can’t secure.
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Enhancing Safety: Physically blocks access to switches or valves, preventing accidental activation and keeping maintenance personnel safe.
How It Works
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Choose Material and Length: Steel provides durability; nylon is lightweight and non-conductive. Length depends on how many points need securing.
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Threading Through Points: Insert the cable through lockout points, pull tight, and lock in place.
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Securing with a Padlock: Once in position, secure the cable with a padlock through the lock mechanism and add a tag to indicate who applied it and why.
Applications
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Electrical Panels: Secures multiple breakers or switches in one step.
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Valves and Controls: Locks various types of valves or control levers.
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Industrial Equipment: Great for large machinery needing simultaneous isolation of multiple points.
In summary, a cable lockout is an adaptable LOTO solution for securing multiple sources and irregular mechanisms, ensuring worker safety during maintenance.