SECTION 500. Failure to comply with the above, shall constitute a violation of company policy. Printed copies are for reference only.

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1 SECTION 500

2 No. 501 STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES SPLIT AND SINGLE RIM HANDLING OBJECTIVE: To prevent injury or death when tire changing is required. The company recognizes the extreme danger when tire changing is required for Single, Split Rim, and Two-Part Rim Handling. Note: ASIG employees shall not perform split rim work without prior approval from the Corporate Safety Manager and the Senior Director of GSE Technical Services. Safety Procedures for Servicing Single Rim Wheels The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the protection of all employees, while servicing single-piece wheel rims. For Single Rim Handling, the proper equipment must be in good working order and the attached procedures, listed on the next sheets, are to be closely followed. Hazard: Proper PPE will be worn when conducting this procedure, to include: Safety glasses/goggles gloves and approved footwear. All employees servicing tires shall be advised of the hazards of servicing rims. Single rim wheel accidents occur when the pressurized air container, in the tire, is suddenly released, either by the bead breaking or by the bead slipping over the rim flange. The severity of the hazard is related not only to the air pressure, but also to the air volume. Training: No employee shall service any single rim wheel, unless he/she has been instructed in the correct procedures of mounting, demounting and the safe operating precautions, for the type of wheel being serviced.

3 No. 501 Pg 2 Employees are to receive instructions on single rim manuals and charts, and must be familiar with the subject manner. They are to demonstrate their knowledge and ability, to perform the following tasks: Demounting tires, including deflation. --Inspecting and identifying single rim wheel components. --Mounting tires, including inflating them within a restraining device or other similar safeguard. --Handling single rim wheels. --Inflating tires when single piece rim wheels are mounted on a vehicle. -- Understanding the necessity of standing outside the trajectory during inflation of tires and of inspecting rim wheels following inflation. -- Installing and removing rim wheels. Servicing Equipment: A restraining device or barrier must be used for inflating a tire, unless the single rim wheel is bolted onto a vehicle, during inflation. The restraining device can be a cage, rack or an assemblage of bars and other parts, which will constrain all single rim wheels components, during an explosion or sudden release, of the contained air. A barrier can be a fence, wall, or other structure or object, placed between a single piece rim wheel and an employee, during tire inflation. This will serve to contain the single rim wheel components, in the event of the sudden release of contained air. Each barrier or restraining device must be able to withstand the maximum force of an explosion, single rim wheel separation or release of pressurized air, occurring at 150 percent of the maximum tire specification pressure for the rim wheel being serviced. Inspection of the restraining device should be done prior to any work being performed. Restraining devices showing any of the following defects must be immediately removed from service: Crack at any of the welds. Cracked or broken components. Bent or Sprung components or components showing mishandling or abuse and components showing strain from tire explosion or single rim wheel separation. Components pitted or rusted due to excessive corrosion or other structural damage, which would alter its effectiveness.

4 No. 501 Pg 3 Restraining devices or barriers, removed from service, must not be returned to service, until they are repaired and re inspected. Restraining devices requiring structural repair, such as component replacement or re-welding, must not be returned to service until they are certified as meeting the strength requirements of 150 percent of the maximum tire specification pressure. Current charts or rim manuals, containing instruction for the types of wheels being serviced, must be available in the service area, including a obile service unit. Only tools that are recommended in the rim manuals may be used for the types of wheels being serviced. The location must also supply airline equipment, with a clip-on chuck with sufficient length of hose between the chuck and the in-line valve or regulator, to allow the employee to stand outside the trajectory, as well as in-line valve with a pressure gauge or pre-settable regulator. The size (bead diameter and tire/wheel width) and type of both the tire and wheel must be checked for compatibility, prior to assembly of the rim wheel. Mismatching of half sizes, such as 16-inch and 16.5-inch tires and wheels, must be avoided. Wheel components must not be interchanged, except as indicated in the applicable charts or rim manuals. Wheels must be inspected prior to assembly. Any wheel or component that is bent out of shape, pitted from corrosion, broken, racked must be removed from service and tagged "unserviceable". Damaged or leaky valves must be replaced. Rim flanges, rim gutters, rings and bead seating areas of wheel, must be free of any dirt, surface rust, scale, loose, or flaked rubber buildup, prior to tire mounting and inflation.

5 No. 501 Pg 4 Safe Operating Procedures: Employees must be instructed in and must use the following steps, for safe operating procedures with single-piece wheels: 1. The tire must be completely deflated, by removal of the valve core, before demounting. 2. Mounting and demounting of the tire, must be performed only from the narrow ledge side of the wheel. Care must be taken to avoid damaging 3. The tire beads. The tire must be mounted only on a compatible wheel of mating bead diameter and width. 4. A non-flammable rubber lubricant must be applied to bead and wheel mating surfaces, before assembling the rim wheel, unless the tire or wheel manufacturer recommends against the use of any rubber lubricant. 5. If a tire-changing machine is used, the tire may be inflated only to the minimum pressure necessary, to force the tire bead onto the rim ledge and create an airtight seal, before removal from the tire-changing machine. 6. If a bead expander is used, it must be removed before the valve core is installed and as soon as the rim wheel becomes airtight. 7. The tire may be inflated only when contained within a restraining device, positioned behind a barrier or bolted on the vehicle, with lug nuts fully tightened. 8. The tire must not be inflated when any flat, solid surface, is in the trajectory and within one foot of the sidewall. 9. The tire must not be inflated to more than the inflation pressure stamped in the sidewall. 10. Employees must stay out of the trajectory, when the tire is being inflated. 11. Heat must not be applied to a single-piece wheel. 12. Cracked, broken, bent or otherwise damaged wheels, must not be reworked, welded, brazed, or otherwise heated. 13. After tire inflation, the tire and wheel must be inspected while still within the restraining device, to make sure that it is properly seated. If adjustments are necessary the tire must be deflated, by removing the valve core. 14. Whenever a wheel is in a restraining device, the employee must not rest or lean, any part of his/her body, or equipment, on or against the restraining device.

6 No. 502 STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES ELEVATED PLATFORM SAFETY POLICY OBJECTIVE: To prevent falls, while working on elevated platforms. All elevated platforms positioned at aircraft will not be more than 4-6 inches from an aircraft, at the widest point. Additionally, no portion of the elevated platform, including guardrails, is allowed to contact the aircraft at any time. In accordance with OSHA 29CFR 1910 requirements, the following safety items and procedures must be adhered to, while conducting the operation of ground service equipment, for elevated access to aircraft or any other structure, for the purpose of aircraft maintenance, aircraft ground handling and facility maintenance. Safety railings that meet OSHA standard preclude the requirement for Safety Harness Each authorized person, operating a mounted elevating and rotating work platform and/or aerial lift, must wear an approved body harness affixed with an approved shock-absorbing lanyard. The safety harness and lanyard(s) must remain connected, at all times, during the operation and may only be disconnected once the unit is lowered, parked, and the operator is ready to dismount. All of the above safety items must be in good condition and not in any way broken or frayed. Employee shall visually inspect all fall protection gear prior to each use. Approved Body Harness A fall arrest system is required if the risk of falling from an elevated and rotating level, exists. It is designed to be passive, activated only if a fall occurs. The components of a fall arrest system must include: a full body harness, lanyard, D- ring and securing point. All equipment must meet OSHA part 1910 requirements. Approved body Harness and Lanyard can be purchased from: Grainger or your local # Part#: 1 D809 (Harness) Part#: 2AF86 (Lanyard) MRCTR: Miller/Universal Fit

7 Approved D-ring can be purchased from: Libra Industries, Inc. (773) Part # 1 6B-1 (Screw Type Locking D-ring) No. 502 Page 2 The approved body harness is certified up to 300 pounds, total body weight. Waist sizes are 32 inches through 52 inches. For individuals exceeding these weight and waist limitations, ASIG will provide the necessary custom body safety harness. These harnesses can be special ordered through Grainger. Boom and basket load limits, specified by the manufacturer, shall not be exceeded. It is prohibited, for any employee and/or non-company employee, to ride on any elevated platform. This would include either as a passenger, while the unit is being positioned and/or in transit, except for equipment, which is specifically designed for this type of operation. This includes lower lobe and main deck cargo loaders. Employees and non-employees are only allowed to access the elevated platform, once the unit is parked; chocked and personal protective devices, have been activated. Access to elevated ground handling equipment, such as cabin service units, stair units, cargo loaders etc. must have guard rail system extended, prior to servicing the aircraft. Boom Controls Articulating boom and extendable boom platforms, primarily designed as personnel carriers, shall have both platform (upper) and lower controls. Controls shall be plainly marked, as to their function. Lower level controls shall not be operated, unless permission has been obtained from the employee in the lift, except in the case of an emergency.

8 STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES EQUIPMENT (GSE) MODIFICATION POLICY No. 503 OBJECTIVE: To ensure that safety is not compromised, when modifications, alterations or repairs, are made to GSE equipment. Service and repair of GSE shall be made only in accordance with the Original Equipment Manufacturer s (OEM) specifications and standards. Disabling or altering the function of any equipment s operational or safety related equipment or devices without written approval, is strictly prohibited. Deviation from this policy, for any reason, is prohibited without full Senior Director of GSE Technical Services, Corporate Safety Manager, and OEM written approval. A written waiver shall be requested and obtained through the Corporate Safety Manager.

9 No. 504 STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES COMPRESSED GAS USAGE/STORAGE OBJECTIVE: To ensure the proper handling of common compressed gases such as oxygen and acetylene in GSE Shops. The following guidelines shall be followed to ensure safe handling of compressed gases in locations designated for their use. 1. Compressed gas cylinders should be legibly marked, for the purpose of identifying the gas content, with either the chemical or the trade name of the gas. 2. Maximum pressure. Under no condition shall acetylene be generated, piped (except in approved cylinder manifolds) or utilized at a pressure in excess of 15 psig (pounds per square inch gauge) or 30 psia (pounds per square inch absolute) 3. Cylinders shall be kept away from radiators and other sources of heat, sparks and flames. 4. Valve protection caps should always be in place, hand-tight, except when cylinders are in use or connected for use. 5. Cylinders should be stored in a well-protected, well-ventilated, dry location, at least 20 feet from highly combustible materials. Cylinders should be stored in assigned places away from elevators or stairs Assigned storage spaces should be located where cylinders will not be knocked over or damaged by passing or falling objects, or subject to tampering by unauthorized persons. Cylinders should be secured as needed to prevent accidental knock over. 6. Acetylene cylinders shall be stored valve end up, never on their side. 7. Oxygen cylinders in storage shall be separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of 20 feet or by a noncombustible barrier at least 5 feet high having a fire-resistance rating of at least one-half hour. 8. A hammer or wrench shall not be used to open cylinder valves. If valves cannot be opened by hand, the supplier shall be notified. 9. Regulators are gas specific and not necessarily interchangeable. Always make sure that the regulator and valve fittings are compatible.

10 No. 505, STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES MACHINERY AND EQUPMENT OBJECTIVE: To ensure the proper use and handling of common equipment, machinery and hand tools found in GSE Shops. The following guidelines shall be followed to ensure safe handling and use of GSE related equipment and machinery. 1. Pedestal fans - When the periphery of the blades of a fan is less than seven (7) feet above the floor or working level, the blades should be guarded. The guard shall have openings no larger than one-half (1/2) inch. 2. Machines designed for a fixed location shall be securely anchored to prevent walking or moving. This includes but is not limited to drill presses and bench grinders. 3. Bench Grinders all manufacturer approved guards must be used at all time to protect against spindle ends, nuts, and flange projections. Work rests should be adjusted to 1/8 and tongue guards should be adjusted to ¼. 4. Drill Presses all drill presses should be installed with an appropriate chuck guard. Manufacturer and/or approved universal chuck guards are acceptable. 5. Compressed air should not be used for cleaning purposes except where the end nozzle pressure is reduced to less than 30 p.s.i. and then only with effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment. All compressed hose fittings shall be approved for such use. 6. All tools/equipment shall be used with the correct shield, guard, or attachment recommended by the manufacturer. 7. Any tool/equipment found not in proper working order shall be immediately removed from service. The tool/equipment should be inspected at regular intervals and should be repaired in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications

11 No. 506 STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES ELECTRIC GENERAL PRACTICES OBJECTIVE: To ensure the proper installation, use and handling of electrical related equipment. The following guidelines shall be followed to ensure safe handling and use of electrical related equipment. 1. Listed or labeled equipment should be used or installed in accordance with any instructions included in the listing or labeling. 2. Each electrical disconnecting means should be marked to indicate its purpose/identity. Each service, feeder, and branch circuit, at its disconnecting means should be marked to indicate its purpose/identity. 3. All electrical enclosures/panels etc. should have free access and clearance of at least 36 inches. 4. Portable extension cords/flexible cords should not be used in lieu of permanent wiring. Extension cords should not be run through holes in walls, ceilings and floors; run through doorways, windows, or other similar openings; attached to building surfaces; or concealed behind walls. All extension cords must be in good condition insulation and ground prongs must be intact. 5. Extension cords/flexible cords should be used only in continuous lengths without splice or tape. Hard service flexible cords No. 12 or larger may be repaired if spliced so that the splice retains the insulation, outer sheath properties, and usage characteristics of the cord being spliced. 6. Listed or labeled portable tools and appliances protected by an approved system of double insulation, or its equivalent, need not be grounded. The equipment shall be distinctively marked to indicate that the tool or appliance utilizes an approved system of double insulation. 7. Lamps/lights for general illumination should be protected from accidental contact or breakages that are within 7 feet to the ground. 8. All pull boxes, junction boxes, outlets, and fittings shall be provided with covers approved for the purpose. 9. Approved GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) devices shall be used with all portable hand tools and other portable equipment.

12 No. 507 STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES SPRAY BOOTH OPERATIONS OBJECTIVE: To ensure the proper and safe operation of spray booth and spray finishing operations The following guidelines shall be followed to ensure safe handling and use of spray finishing equipment. For purposes of this SSP, the following definitions apply: "Spraying Area." Any area in which dangerous quantities of flammable vapors or mists, or combustible residues, dusts, or deposits are present due to the operation of spraying processes. "Spray Booth." A power-ventilated structure provided to enclose or accommodate a spraying operation to confine and limit the escape of spray, vapor, and residue, and to safely conduct or direct them to an exhaust system. A dry spray booth may be equipped with overspray dry filters to minimize dusts or residues entering exhaust ducts. In conventional dry type spray booths, overspray dry filters or filter rolls shall conform to the following: installed and maintained that the average air velocity over the open face of the booth should be not less than 100 linear feet per minute; Visible gauges or audible alarm or pressure activated devices shall be installed to indicate or insure that the required air velocity is maintained; Dry filters shall be inspected regularly to insure proper replacement of filter media; and All discarded filter pads and filter rolls shall be immediately removed and placed in an appropriate metal storage container and disposed of in accordance with local, State, and Federal regulations. Cleaning - Spray booths shall be equipped so that all portions are readily accessible for cleaning. A clear space of not less than 3 feet on all sides shall be kept free from storage or combustible construction. When spraying areas are illuminated through glass panels or other transparent materials, only fixed lighting units will be used as a source of light. Lighting panels should effectively isolate the spraying area from the area in which the lighting unit is located and should be of a noncombustible material. Lighting panels should also be arranged that normal accumulations of residue on the

13 exposed surface of the panel will not be raised to a dangerous temperature by radiation or conduction from the light source. No. 507 Pg. 2 Portable electric lamps should not be used in any spraying area during spraying operations. Portable electric lamps, if used during cleaning or repairing operations, shall be of the type approved for hazardous Class I locations. There should be no open flame or spark producing equipment in any spraying area or within 20 feet unless separated by a partition. Spaceheating appliances, steam pipes, or hot surfaces should not be located in a spraying area where deposits of combustible residues may readily accumulate. Approved Wiring type - Electrical wiring and equipment not subject to deposits of combustible residues but located in a spraying area should be of explosion-proof type approved for Class I, group D locations. Electrical wiring, motors, and other equipment outside of but within twenty (20) feet of any spraying area, and not separated by partitions, shall not produce sparks under normal operating conditions and should conform to the provisions of Class I, Division 2 Hazardous Locations. The quantity of flammable or combustible liquids kept in the vicinity of spraying operations shall be the minimum required for operations and should ordinarily not exceed a supply for 1 day or 1 shift. Bulk storage of portable containers of flammable or combustible liquids shall be in a separate, constructed cabinet approved for the storage of such items. Original closed containers or approved safety cans should be used for bringing flammable or combustible liquids into spray finishing area. Open or glass containers should not be used. Whenever flammable or combustible liquids are transferred from one container to another, both containers shall be effectively bonded and grounded to prevent discharge sparks of static electricity. Sprinklers protecting spraying areas shall be kept as free from deposits as practical by cleaning (daily if necessary) An adequate supply of suitable portable fire extinguishers shall be installed near all spraying areas. This should comply with minimum local, state and federal fire codes. No smoking" signs in large letters on contrasting color background shall be conspicuously posted at all spraying areas and paint storage rooms. Supplied breathing air and standard compressed air connections must be of a dissimilar type. Reference the respiratory protection program for further requirements.

14 STANDARD SAFETY PROCEDURES No. 508 INSPECTION AND USE OF JACK STANDS OBJECTIVE: To facilitate safe operations in GSE shops when using jack stands. Every employee that utilizes a jack stand during the course of his assigned duties must perform an equipment inspection prior to use. The minimum inspection procedures are as follows. 1. Ensure the jack stand load rating is adequate for the job being performed. If no load rating can be found destroy jack stand and discard immediately.. 2. Inspect the base of jack stand for structural integrity. Base should be free of any damaged or bent structural supports. 3. If jack stand is of ratchet type, inspect the ratchet bar for missing teeth, cracks, build up of paint. If found destroy jack stand and discard immediately. 4. Inspect the saddle for cracks, bends, or excessive wear. 5. Ensure locking handle or load pin are operational. Once inspection is complete, the following steps will be followed to ensure the safe use of jack stands. After jacking vehicles, the use of jack stands is mandatory. Never work under a vehicle that is supported solely by a vehicle jack. 1. Two or more jack stands will be used whenever more than one side of the vehicle is to be lifted. 2. If possible, remove all loads from vehicle to ensure an unexpected load shift does not occur. 3. Chock both wheels of unaffected vehicle end. 4. Jack vehicle and position jack stand in desired location. Ensure jack stand rests on a level surface. Ensure the jack stand saddle does not rest of the base. Ratchet teeth or load pin must be utilized. 5. Lower vehicle onto jack stand. Never lower jack when an employee is under the vehicle. Allow for a clear path of escape if equipment should become unstable Note: Use blocking/cribbing when applicable. Jack stands shall be stenciled with an identification number. Jack stands shall be inspected and documented on a semi-annual basis.

15 Standard Safety Procedure No. 509 Hazardous Energy Control Objective: To safeguard employees, equipment and property from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment, or the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance activities. This will be accomplished by requiring each location to develop and utilize equipment specific Lockout Tagout procedures. All Lockout Tagout Procedures are to comply with OSHA STD app A. Requirements: All employees shall receive initial and recurrent training in BBASSI Hazardous Energy Control Program to a minimum of Affected Employee status. All employees who perform or may perform maintenance functions shall receive initial and recurrent training to the Authorized employee status prior to being allowed to perform maintenance functions. Authorized employees must have the understanding, knowledge and skills necessary for the safe application, use and removal of energy isolating devices used in the workplace. Lockout Tagout procedures shall establish the minimum requirements for the safety of personal and equipment when ever maintenance or servicing is required. Lockout Tagout procedures will also apply whenever an out of service condition exists with any machinery or servicing equipment and the equipment is not actively being worked on. Note: An annual review of all local Lock Out Tag Out procedures must be accomplished. Definitions: Energy source. Any source of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, or other energy. Energy isolating device. A mechanical device that physically prevents the transmission or release of energy, including but not limited to the following: A manually operated electrical circuit breaker; a disconnect switch; a manually operated switch by which the conductors of a circuit can be disconnected from all ungrounded supply conductors, and, in addition, no pole can be operated independently; a line valve; a block; and any similar device used to block or isolate energy. Push buttons, selector switches and other control circuit type devices are not energy isolating devices.

16 No. 509 Pg 2 Lockout. The placement of a lockout device on an energy isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, ensuring that the energy isolating device and the equipment being controlled cannot be operated until the lockout device is removed. Tagout. The placement of a tagout device on an energy isolating device, in accordance with an established procedure, to indicate that the energy isolating device and the equipment being controlled may not be operated until the tagout device is removed. Group Lockout: Each authorized employee shall affix a personal lockout or tagout device to the group lockout device, group lockbox, or comparable mechanism when he or she begins work, and shall remove those devices when he or she stops working on the machine or equipment being serviced or maintained. Authorized Employee: Any person who has been trained to lock out or tag out an energy source in order to perform service or maintenance on that machine or equipment. An affected employee becomes an authorized employee when that employee's duties include performing servicing or maintenance covered under this section. Affected Employee. An employee whose normal job duties require the operation or use a machine or equipment on which servicing or maintenance is being performed under lockout or tagout, or whose job requires him/her to work in an area in which such servicing or maintenance is being performed All Other Employees: Employees who may be in an area where energy control procedures may be utilized and must receive instruction regarding the energy control procedure and the prohibition against removing a lock out or tag out device and attempting to restart, re energize, or operate the machinery. WRITTEN PROCEDURES: The local written lockout/tagout procedures are required to outline the scope, purpose, authorization, rules, and techniques that will be used to control hazardous energy. The written procedures are required to address the: Sequential steps to shut down, isolate, block and secure machines or equipment. Sequential steps for placing, removing, and transferring lockout/tagout devices. In the event that the lockout/tagout procedures are the same for various pieces of equipment or machines, or if the equipment or machines can be grouped in another logical manner, then a single procedure may be sufficient.

17 No. 509 Pg 3 Written procedures must be specific enough and clearly outline the steps to be taken by authorized employees. Machines and/or equipment with the same type and magnitude of hazardous energy and which have the same or similar type of controls can be grouped and inspected by the type of procedure. A grouping of detailed individual procedures would be considered a single procedure for periodic inspection purposes if all of the procedures in the grouping have the same or similar: 1. Intended machine/equipment use; 2. Procedural steps for shutting down, isolating, blocking, and securing machines or equipment; Lockout and Tagout Procedure The following sequence shall be followed by the authorized employee when conducting Lock out Tag out activities: 1. Prepare for shut down. Review the procedures that are required before the equipment is to be shut down. Notify all affected employees as to the type and magnitude of the energy that is expected to be controlled and what means are employed to control the energy. 2. Shutdown of machinery or equipment. Turn off or shutdown the equipment by using the normal stopping means. 3. Isolate all energy sources of the machinery or equipment. Remove the energy sources from the machinery or equipment. Caution should be observed as many machines or equipment uses multiple sources of energy. 4. Application of Lockout tag out devices. Apply lockout/ tag out devices to the energy isolation device. Install group lockout device if necessary. 5. Relieve stored or residual energy. Render or relieve all stored or residual energy after lockout is accomplished. This may include bleeding off pressure lines, grounding out circuits, relieving tension on springs, etc. 6. Verify the equipment or machinery has been de-energized and isolated. Test the equipment or machinery to ensure that it has been de-energized and isolated before service or maintenance begins. This will include starting the equipment through normal means or may require the use of monitoring devices. 7. The machine/equipment is now locked out.

18 No. 509 Pg 4 Note: Group Lockout/Tagout. Specific procedures shall be utilized for group lockout tagout activities when work is performed by multiple authorized employees at the same time or during shift or personnel changes to ensure the continuity of lockout or tagout protection, including provision for the orderly transfer of lockout or tagout device protection between off-going and oncoming employees, to minimize exposure to hazards from the unexpected energization or start-up of the machine or equipment, or the release of stored energy. Restoring Equipment to Service. When the servicing or maintenance is completed and the machine or equipment is ready to return to normal operating condition, the following steps shall be taken. 1. Check the machine or equipment and the immediate area around the machine to ensure that nonessential items have been removed and that the machine or equipment components are operationally intact. 2. Check the work area to ensure that all employees have been safely positioned or removed from the area. 3. Verify that the controls are in neutral. 4. Remove the lockout devices and reenergize the machine or equipment. Removal of energy isolating devices or tags will be accomplished by the individual who initially installed the devices or tags, or when the authorized employee who applied the lockout or tagout device is not available to remove it, that device may be removed under the direction of the employer provided that specific procedures and training for such removal have been developed, documented and incorporated in the employers Hazardous Energy Control Program. Note: The removal of some forms of blocking may require re-energizing of the machine before safe removal. 5. Notify affected employees that the servicing or maintenance is completed and the machine or equipment is ready for used. 6. Return locking mechanisms and tags to proper storage area.

19 No. 509 Pg 5 Further information and requirements may be found in the BBASSI Hazardous Energy Control Program and OSHA 29CFR Reference BBASSI Hazardous Energy Control Program and OSHA 29CFR

20 No. 509 Pg 6 Example template for creation of individual Lockout Tagout procedures listed below and available on SHEBBA under documents. Lockout/Tagout procedures per OSHA STD app A Lockout/Tagout procedure for (equipment name/type): Type of compliance enforcement to be taken for violations of the above. Sequence of Lockout/Tagout 1. Notify all affected employees that servicing or maintenance is required on equipment. List the Name(s) / Job titles of affected employees and how to notify. 2. The authorized employees shall identify the type(s) and magnitude(s) of energy, its hazards and the methods to control the energy. Type of Energy Magnitude of Energy Hazards Method of Control 3. If the equipment is operating, shut it down by the normal stopping procedure. List the Type and location of machine or equipment operating controls 4. De-activate the energy isolating device so the equipment is isolated from the energy source. List the Type and location of energy isolating devices 5. Lockout the energy isolating devices with assigned locks/tags 6. Stored or residual energy must be dissipated or restrained. Type of Stored Energy Method to dissipate/restrain 7. Ensure the equipment is disconnected from the energy source. Check to ensure no personnel are exposed. Attempt to start equipment by normal operating controls. Method of verifying the isolation of the equipment. 8. The machine is now locked out.