Question

Which of the following statements is NOT true about lockout/tagout?

A.
Lockout/Tagout involves placing a physical lock and a tag on electrical equipment B.
Lockout/Tagout is intended to ensure that electricity is not returned to the equipment by anyone until it is safe C.
Lockout/Tagout is necessary prior to working on electrical equipment D.
Lockout/Tagout is to be used only in extreme cases of potential electrical hazard

Answer 1

Which of the following statements is NOT true about lockout/tagout?
D. Lockout/Tagout is to be used only in extreme cases of potential electrical hazard
D is not true because you would use a lockout/tagout when applying electricity in a way that could be dangerous. Due to being able to use it whenever it could be dangerous, it is used more than just in extreme cases.