Enhancing Safety with a New Lockout/Tagout System in Fleet Operations
In the pursuit of safety excellence, the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) system is pivotal for the Fleet Operations team led by Mike Buckner. Traditional LOTO practices are crucial, particularly with over 24,000 clearances annually across 47,000 devices. Despite a robust policy foundation established in 2008, the current system, over 15 years old, is less reliable and unsupported by vendors. Embracing advanced technologies, we are transitioning to a task-based LOTO system to ensure the utmost safety for our employees and contractors. A phased implementation is set for early 2015, emphasizing a consistent process tailored to today's safety standards.
Enhancing Safety with a New Lockout/Tagout System in Fleet Operations
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Generation Lock Out/Tag Out Process Mike Buckner Manager, Fleet Operations Performance and Reliability
Background • Safety is the cornerstone • The Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) system: A vital component • In Power Production, more than 24,000 clearances per year across a database of 47,000 devices. • LG&E and KU stations combined policies in 2008 • Current system 15+ years old
Why change? • The current system is not as reliable • Vendor no longer supports the current system • New technologies are available • Safety of our employees and contractors is paramount!
Task-based LOTO system • Task-based LOTO system • Process improvement • Phased implementation • Consistent platform, consistent processes.
New LOTO Process Timeline Phase Timing Build and User Testing Under way Infrastructure and network installation Dec. 31, 2014 Training Jan. 2015 Implementation Begins March 2015
