2024-09-10_MCP 00-190_Control of Hazardous Enegry Program.pdf

This document is a Medical Center Policy (MCP) for the Control of Hazardous Energy Program at the VA Western New York Healthcare System, effective September 10, 2024. The comprehensive policy establishes safety protocols for controlling hazardous energy during maintenance, servicing, and construction activities across the facility. It details procedures for lockout/tagout processes, covering multiple energy types including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, chemical, and thermal, with the primary goal of preventing unexpected energization, startup, or release of stored energy that could cause injury to employees.

The policy outlines specific responsibilities for various personnel, including the Medical Facility Director, Chief of Engineering, Engineering Shop Supervisors, Qualified Employees, Authorized Employees, and Contractors. It mandates comprehensive training requirements, with initial training to be completed within 45 days of assignment and retraining every three years or when procedures are revised. The document includes detailed guidelines for simple and complex lockout procedures, emergency removal of locks, reporting of equipment issues, and compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and VA regulatory standards. The policy applies to all VA Western New York Healthcare System personnel, employees, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors working on machines, equipment, or building utility systems.