Understanding Padlock Keying Options
OSHA Regulation 1910.147 is the standard for the Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tagout). This is an important regulation that needs to be understood and followed. One component is the use of padlocks in your
lock-out/tagout program. As you know, there are many choices when it comes to padlock selection.
Top brands such as Master® and American Lock® offer various color choices, keying options, materials, shackle lengths and diameters to suit your needs. Here are the basic steps to selecting a padlock:
Step 2:Determine the number of people or departments included in your Lock-Out program to decide which keying and color options you’ll need.
Step 3:Know what you are locking out. The power sources and the hardware used determines the best shackle length and diameter you should choose.
This Keying Option Chart diagram will help you better visualize your choices. These are the differences that you need to keep in mind:
Individually-Keyed- each padlock is keyed differently for maximum security for individual users
Master-Keyed- each padlock is keyed differently and can be opened by a master key (sold separately) for supervisor control.
Keyed-Alike- all padlocks are keyed the same. The same key opens all padlocks.
Keyed-Alike by Color- all padlocks of the same color are keyed the same. Same key opens all padlocks of that color only.
Keyed-Alike Sets- padlocks within the same set are keyed-alike, but are keyed differently than other sets.
Master-Keyed Sets- padlocks are individually keyed with a master-key that opens any lock within that set.
Besides padlocks, Emedco has a large selection of other high quality lock-out and electrical products to keep you compliant. For example, Lock-Out Signs and Labels, Tags, Lock-Out Devices, Group Lock Boxes, Cabinets, Stations & Storage and Lock-Out Training.
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