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Is a written lockout/tagout program required?
OSHA requires that lockout/tagout procedures be in writing for general industry. An energy control program is not required because while 1910.147 and 1910.269 require a program consisting of energy control procedures, employee training, and periodic inspections, they donāt require that program to be in writing.