Poultry Lockout/Tagout Procedure
A poultry lockout and tagout procedure guide for shutting down and securing machines before service. Workers use it to avoid injury from unexpected startup. Reuse it whenever the task comes up again.
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The steps on this page
- Tell affected workers about the shutdown
- Identify the machine and its energy sources
- Shut the machine down normally
- Isolate each energy source
- Apply locks and tags
- Release or block stored energy
- Verify the machine cannot start
- Restore power only after all clear
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with OSHA and eXtension.
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