
must be followed in the process of removing all energy sources from the equipment or
machinery. Appendix C, Table C.2 in this book contains a complete comparison of those
requirements for both 1910.147 and 1910.269.
Those procedures required above must be developed, documented, and utilized by the
employer, but need not relate to specific equipment or machinery if all of the Exceptions to
1910.147(c)(4)(i) are met. If that is not the case, then procedures must be developed. The
following items must be incorporated into the written procedures:
Statement of intended use of procedure;
Procedural steps for shutdown, isolation, blocking, and securing of