Restoration

When all maintenance or service operations are complete, observe the steps listed below to completely restore energy to a device or system of devices.

The authorized individual assigned to return the equipment to service must first inspect the work area to ensure the following:

• All personnel associated with the lockout who could potentially be affected by re-energization have cleared the danger zone and are accounted for.
• All non-essential items have been removed and the work area is clear.
• The machine, equipment, or process is operationally intact and ready for re-energization.

After the system is re-energized but before it is started, all personnel who could be affected by its start-up must be notified of its impending restart.

Except in special circumstances, all lockout/tagout devices must be removed by the same authorized individual who attached the device.

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