Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00407:body:0:p27
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00407
Segment Type: other
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Character Range: 70737–73407

electricity supply.
A tag does not perform the isolation function.
Danger tags are not required when using dedicated personal isolation locks.
Danger tags are used for the duration of the electrical work to warn persons at the workplace that:
    * the electrical equipment is isolated or out of service
    * the electricity supply must not be switched back on or reconnected
    * reconnecting electricity may endanger the life of the electrical worker(s) working on the equipment.
The danger tag should:
    * be durable and securely fixed to the isolator
    * clearly state the warning, including any warning about specific hazards relating to the isolation (for example, multiple points of supply)
    * be dated and signed by the worker or workers involved in carrying out the work or, where appropriate, by the supervisor in charge of the workers
    * be attached in a prominent position on each isolation point (i.e. the point or one of many points used to isolate electrical parts) or device
    * only be removed by the signatories to the tag. If unavailable and unable to return, measures must be put in place to manage risks associated with removing the lock or tag (e.g. thorough investigation to ensure all workers and others at the workplace are safe).
If the work is incomplete, for example at a change of shift, the last person removes their danger tag or lock and replaces it with a warning tag e.g. out of service or caution.
When work is resumed, the person in charge of the work removes the warning tag (out of service or caution) and each person then applies their danger tag and/or lock.
When work is finally completed, each person removes their danger tag and/or lock.
Where a formal permit system is used, all reasonable steps must be taken to ensure that the designated sign-on and tagging procedures are followed.

Out of service tags
Out of service or caution tags are used to identify electrical equipment that is not safe to use
or fit for purpose. The out of service or caution tag should:

    * be durable and securely attached
    * clearly state the nature of the defect or reason why the electrical equipment is unsafe
    * be attached on a prominent position on each isolation point
    * only be removed by a competent person after fixing or rectifying the defect and making
      the electrical equipment safe, or replacing with a danger tag in preparation to work on
      the equipment.

  Figure 6: Example of a danger tag and out of service tag

Testing
Testing must be carried out to confirm the relevant circuits have been de-energised and the status of any other relevant conductors in the work area.

Bonding conductors