Compliance Just Got Easier: Stay ahead of regulatory changes with instant notifications on updates that matter.
['Lockout/Tagout']
['Lockout/Tagout Periodic Evaluation', 'Lockout/Tagout']
06/17/2024
Copyright 2026 J. J. Keller & Associate, Inc. For re-use options please contact copyright@jjkeller.com or call 800-558-5011.
Institute
Lockout/Tagout
Safety & Health
Lockout/Tagout
General Industry Safety
Lockout/Tagout Periodic Evaluation
What Would you Do Questions
English
Analysis
Focus Area
USA
Satisfying OSHA’s lockout/tagout standard
Scenario: A company has placed a chip in employee ID badges that, when swiped on an electronic reader, identifies the employee. The badges are used for entry into and out of the facility, clocking in and out on time clocks, and documenting attendance in training classes.
Two machines requiring lockout/tagout procedures are equipped with electronic readers.
Question: Could the electronic swiping of an employee identification badge satisfy the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) requirement for certification of training?
Click below to see answer.
Satisfying OSHA’s lockout/tagout standard: Answer
Answer: Yes, this is generally acceptable provided the electronic certification meets the requirements of the standard. OSHA requires that the certification must identify the:
- Machine or equipment on which the energy control procedure was utilized,
- The date of the inspection,
- The employees included in the inspection, and
- The person performing the inspection.
If the swiping of an employee identification badge can satisfy these requirements, then it is acceptable under the standard.
lockouttagout
Lockout/Tagout
lockouttagout
Lockout/Tagout
Satisfying OSHA’s lockout/tagout standard
Scenario: A company has placed a chip in employee ID badges that, when swiped on an electronic reader, identifies the employee. The badges are used for entry into and out of the facility, clocking in and out on time clocks, and documenting attendance in training classes.
Two machines requiring lockout/tagout procedures are equipped with electronic readers.
Question: Could the electronic swiping of an employee identification badge satisfy the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) requirement for certification of training?
Click below to see answer.
Satisfying OSHA’s lockout/tagout standard: Answer
Answer: Yes, this is generally acceptable provided the electronic certification meets the requirements of the standard. OSHA requires that the certification must identify the:
- Machine or equipment on which the energy control procedure was utilized,
- The date of the inspection,
- The employees included in the inspection, and
- The person performing the inspection.
If the swiping of an employee identification badge can satisfy these requirements, then it is acceptable under the standard.
Scenario: A company has placed a chip in employee ID badges that, when swiped on an electronic reader, identifies the employee. The badges are used for entry into and out of the facility, clocking in and out on time clocks, and documenting attendance in training classes.
Two machines requiring lockout/tagout procedures are equipped with electronic readers.
Question: Could the electronic swiping of an employee identification badge satisfy the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) requirement for certification of training?
Click below to see answer.
2658476328
Answer
UPGRADE TO CONTINUE READING
J. J. Keller is the trusted source for DOT / Transportation, OSHA / Workplace Safety, Human Resources, Construction Safety and Hazmat / Hazardous Materials regulation compliance products and services. J. J. Keller helps you increase safety awareness, reduce risk, follow best practices, improve safety training, and stay current with changing regulations.
Copyright 2026 J. J. Keller & Associate, Inc. For re-use options please contact copyright@jjkeller.com or call 800-558-5011.