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SELECTING THE RIGHT SAFETY LOCKOUT PADLOCK

5 OSHA REQUIREMENTS FOR LOCKOUT PADLOCKS AND DEVICES

Master Lock’s variety of safety lockout padlock options offer choices and allow for compliance with OSHA guidelines. OSHA standard 1910.147 (c)(5) requires padlocks to meet specific criteria to be used for lockout. For more information on the requirements, please visit: osha.gov.

• 01 Durable - Locks must stand up to the environment and elements to which they're exposed without failing.
• 02 Substantial - Padlocks should resist removal without use of correct key or excessive force.
• 03 Standardization - Padlocks must be standardized by one of the following within your facility: color, shape, or size.
• 04 Identifiable - Padlocks should visually indicate the employee that applied them – with name, photo, or other identification.
• 05 Exclusive for Safety - Lockout padlocks should be used only for controlling hazardous energy – no other purpose.
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PADLOCK MATERIAL

Choosing the right lock body material depends on intended use environment. Planning ahead allows you to pick the lock that is durable enough for regular use in the expected elements.



Zenex Thermoplastic

Designed with lockout in mind, the Zenex padlocks are durable and lightweight. The non-conductive bodies also offer excellent corrosion resistance in harsh conditions.



Anodized Aluminum

Durable, solid aluminum bodies with anodized finish make these padlocks ideal for tough environments. They can stand up to chemicals and temperature extremes and are UV stable.



Laminated Steel

Sturdy steel lock bodies make these padlocks an economical choice.

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Shackle

We offer several shackle height and material options to fit your padlocks to common lockout applications. Our shackles are durable and substantial to meet OSHA criteria.

Zenex Thermoplastic

410/411 Series

Material: Plated Metal Height: 1.5" / 3" Diameter 0.25"

406 and S32

Material: Nylon Height: 1.5" Diameter 0.25" (406) 0.1875" (S32)

S31 and S33

Material: Stainless Steel Height: 1.5" / 3" Diameter 0.1875"

Anonized Aluminum

S1100/A1100 Series

Material: Boron Height: 1" / 1.5" / 3" Diameter 0.25"

Laminated Steel

3 Series

Material: Hardened Steel Height: 0.75" / 1.5" / 2" Diameter 0.28125" See More See Less

Color

Our safety padlocks come in a variety of colors for standardization and to help differentiate them within a facility. Assigning specific colors to certain departments can provide visual cues when lockout is taking place.

Zenex Thermoplastic

410/411 Series

Color: Red Yellow Green Blue Black Teal Purple Orange

406 and S32

Color: Red Yellow Green Blue Black Teal Purple Orange White *White for S32 only

S31 and S33

Color: Red Yellow Green Blue Black Teal Purple Orange White

Anonized Aluminum

S1100/A1100 Series

Color: Red Yellow Green Blue Black Purple Orange Brown White

Laminated Steel

3 Series

Color: Red Yellow Green Blue Black White See More See Less

Keying

We offer multiple keying configurations for safety lockout padlocks to assist with safe and efficient lockout however it’s being performed.

Zenex Thermoplastic

410/411 Series

Keying: KD / KA MK / KAMK

406 and S32

Keying: KD / KA MK / KAMK

S31 and S33

Keying: KD / KA MK / KAMK

Anonized Aluminum

S1100/A1100 Series

Keying: KD / KA MK / KAMK

Laminated Steel

3 Series

Keying: KD / KA MK / KAMK See More See Less

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Laser Engraving

Master Lock provides custom padlock laser engraving to meet identification requirements. Information such as employee name or ID number, company name or logo, or key number can be laser engraved on the safety lockout padlock. Simply complete the laser engraving form and include with your padlock order.

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LIFEGUARD KEY CHARTING

Proper keying and prevention of unwanted key duplication is vital to employee safety. Master Lock can help maintain the integrity of your keying system with our free service that keeps record of all key codes assigned to your facility.

LifeGuard Key Charting

PADLOCK LABELS

Padlock labels are ideal for indicating lock ownership and meeting OSHA identification standards. Write-on and photo options are available.

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