Do I need a separate written energy control procedure for each piece
of equipment?
Not necessarily. A procedure must contain enough specific detail for
authorized employees to have a clear understanding how to control the
types and magnitudes of hazardous energy. Although the standard requires
the procedure to be written in detail, this does not mean that a separate
procedure must be written for each and every piece of equipment. Similar
equipment can be covered by a single procedure when the equipment:
writing and training and periodic inspections must be documented.
Best Practice: It is considered a best practice to have a written program,
or policy, to support the energy control program, in addition to clearly
outlining expectations and accountability.