DEFINE SAFE ISOLATION

Step 2 - Machine Isolation Procedure

Introduction

Machine-specific isolation procedures translate your Energy Control Programme into clear, equipment-level instructions.  

They identify every hazardous energy source associated with the plant, define the exact isolation points and document the correct sequence for shutdown, lockout, verification and safe return to service.  Well-developed procedures are practical, visual and easy to follow at the point of use.

When tailored to the actual equipment on site, they improve consistency, strengthen training and support effective audits and periodic inspections.

This step ensures workers are not relying on memory or assumption — but on clear, documented instructions designed for the task and the machine in front of them.

Resources

Access the Machine Specific Isolation Procedure below.   It is supplied in editable Microsoft Word format and designed to be customised to suit your specific machine, energy sources, isolation points and site requirements — helping convert your Hazardous Energy Control Programme into a clear, practical procedure that can be safely applied in the field.

Machine Specific Isolation Procedure

The Machine Specific Isolation Procedure identifies energy sources, isolation points, required lockout devices, shutdown sequences, stored energy controls and verification requirements to support safe maintenance and servicing activities.

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