Lock Out, Tag Out (LOTO)

Course Overview

This short course provides you with an overview of the lock out / tag out process. It starts by describing what a lock out / tag out system is, detailing its purpose, and what it involves. The course then moves on to the types of hazard exposures that might require lock out / tag out, and follows this with a look at the laws associated with lock out / tag out, and the responsibilities that you, and your employer, have under these regulations.

About This Course

This short course provides you with an overview of the lock out / tag out process. It starts by describing what a lock out / tag out system is, detailing its purpose, and what it involves. The course then moves on to the types of hazard exposures that might require lock out / tag out, and follows this with a look at the laws associated with lock out / tag out, and the responsibilities that you, and your employer, have under these regulations.

Finally, it sets out a six-step process you need to follow to ensure a safe lock out / tag out.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• What is a Lock Out / Tag Out System?
• What Type of Hazard Exposure Might be Required for Lock Out / Tag Out?
• What Laws are Associated with Lock Out / Tag Out?
• The Six Steps to Successful Lock Out / Tag Out

Who Is This Course For?

This course is aimed at anyone involved with the service, repair or maintenance of machinery or equipment that can unexpectedly release hazardous energy if it is not shut down and isolated correctly. It is also relevant to the employees working alongside these people and their supervisors and managers.

Using this Lock Out, Tag Out (LOTO) course in Ireland

This online course can support Irish workplace training records for employees, supervisors, managers and contractors who need structured workplace awareness training. It is useful where an employer wants a consistent awareness module, a refresher option or a documented learning record that can be assigned to staff without arranging a classroom session.

The course should still be matched to the learner's role, the work activity, the site risk assessment and any local procedures. Online training is strongest when it is used alongside supervision, workplace instruction and practical checks where the topic involves equipment, physical tasks or site-specific controls.

Phoenix STS presents this course for Irish learners and employers as part of a wider training matrix. The course information PDF and sample certificate on this page help managers check the content before assigning it to staff.

Course information PDF

View or download the course information PDF before enrolling. It summarises the course content, expected duration and assessment information.

Sample certificate

View or download a sample certificate for this online course. The final certificate is issued through the online course platform after the learner successfully completes the course and assessment.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Lock Out, Tag Out (LOTO) course suitable for?

It is suitable for learners whose role, workplace or training matrix requires awareness of lock out, tag out (loto). Employers should decide suitability by looking at the role, risk assessment and any sector-specific requirements.

Is this course enough on its own?

It depends on the topic and the learner's role. Online training can provide useful awareness and evidence of completion, but practical tasks, equipment use and site-specific procedures may still need local instruction, supervision or practical training.

What evidence does the learner receive?

Learners receive evidence through the online course platform after successful completion. This page also includes the course information PDF and, where available, a sample certificate so employers can review the expected evidence before enrolling.

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