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During electrical work, a 240V circuit breaker has been locked out and tagged. A supervisor asks to temporarily remove the lock to test the circuit. What is the correct response?

Correct Answer

A) Only the person who installed the lock may remove it

OSHA's lockout/tagout standard requires that only the employee who applied the lock and tag may remove them, except in very specific circumstances with detailed procedures.

Answer Options
A
Only the person who installed the lock may remove it
B
Remove the lock if the supervisor authorizes it
C
Remove the lock if all workers are notified
D
Remove the lock but keep the tag in place

Why This Is the Correct Answer

OSHA's lockout/tagout standard requires that only the employee who applied the lock and tag may remove them, except in very specific circumstances with detailed procedures.

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