In addition to the preceding steps, if more than one individual is working on the same
equipment, all are required to lockout equipment. Each shall place his or her own
personal lockout device on the energy isolating device or devices. When an energy
isolating device cannot accept multiple locks or tags, a multiple lockout device shall be
used. If lockout is used, a single lock may be used to lockout the machine or equipment
with the key being placed in the lockout box or cabinet which allows the use of multiple
locks to secure it. Each employee will then use his or her own lock to secure the box or
cabinet. As each person no longer needs to maintain his or her lockout protection, that
person will remove his or her lock from the box or cabinet.