J-13_Hazardous Energy Standard Procedure.pdf

This document is a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Hazardous Energy Control from the Chicago Implementation Center, detailing comprehensive safety procedures for working with hazardous energy sources. The document outlines specific requirements for personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, electricians gloves, and a Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) kit with keyed locks, hasps, voltage indicators, and grounding sticks. Training is mandatory for employees, referencing compliance with 29 CFR §1910.147, FAA Order 3900.19B, and FAA Notice NJ JO 3902.72.

The procedures provide a detailed 11-step process for safely controlling hazardous energy, emphasizing critical safety protocols such as identifying power sources, applying lockout devices, ensuring individual employee accountability for locks and tags, and verifying equipment is de-energized before work begins. Key steps include reviewing LOTO procedures specific to equipment, coordinating with FAA District Office personnel, preventing unauthorized lock removal, discharging stored energy using grounding techniques, and confirming no power remains before commencing work activities. The document is dated 07/02/24 and is designed to strictly adhere to safety control measures for electrical and other hazardous energy sources.