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Lockout and tagout safeguards workers from unexpected equipment or machinery startups that could injure or kill them if not adequately controlled. It reduces the possibility of mistakes and injuries by locking, identifying, and disconnecting machinery or equipment from power sources. Furthermore, it is a regulatory requirement where failure to comply could result in fines."},"usecase_lp_setup":{"video_id":"","first_step_title":"Create the templates","first_step_description":"Use Sitemate's AI assistant Storm to describe the LOTO form that matches your company's workflow or upload documents to convert them into digital templates.","repeater":[{"middle_step_title":"Set up notification routes and escalation rules","middle_step_description":"<p>Configure in the app who gets notified after conducting the LOTO procedure. 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Flowsite can\u00a0gather all completed LOTO forms\u00a0and create dashboards\u00a0to track LOTO status in real-time or use them\u00a0for future planning and decision-making."},"usecase_lp_comparison":{"row_1":{"title":"Data entry and collection","dashpivot":"Storm automatically generates LOTO forms from logged descriptions, voice recordings, and photos","paper":"Manual data entry"},"row_2":{"title":"Photos and records","dashpivot":"Capable of linking photos, documents, and recordings within the form","paper":"Requires manual attachment of photos and documents"},"row_3":{"title":"Consistency","dashpivot":"Provides a consistent template structure, which ensures auditability","paper":"Structure depends on the person completing the form, which varies"},"row_4":{"title":"Review","dashpivot":"Only takes 5-7 minutes from review to approval","paper":"Requires manual handoffs and review, which consumes a substantial amount of time"},"row_5":{"title":"Version updates","dashpivot":"Revised LOTO forms will automatically go live in all teams, ensuring one live version","paper":"Paper-based forms require manual distribution of updated forms, creating a lag between the updated form and the old one"},"row_6":{"title":"Auditability","dashpivot":"Updates are logged automatically, which provides a complete audit trail","paper":"Requires manual recording of updates, which could be forgotten"},"row_7":{"title":"Notifying","dashpivot":"Can automate workflow processes and integrate notifications","paper":"Manual handoffs of information on progress and updates"},"row_8":{"title":"Storage","dashpivot":"Uses a digital cloud storage with instant search","paper":"Manual compiling and filing"},"row_9":{"title":"","dashpivot":"","paper":""}},"usecase_lp_faq":{"title":"Frequently Asked Questions about Lockout Tagout Software","repeater":[{"question":"Can multiple people access the LOTO forms in the software?","content":"<p>Yes, Lockout Tagout Software allows multiple people to access LOTO forms at the same time, making it easy for teams to collaborate and stay updated. 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Finding a specific report is simple, as users can search by keyword or use the built-in filter function to quickly locate the form they need.<\/p>"},{"question":"How is AI used in the Lockout Tagout Software?","content":"<p>The Lockout Tagout Software integrates Sitemate's AI assistant, Storm, which can scan photos, manual logs, and voice recordings to autopopulate fields in the LOTO forms. This significantly reduces manual data entry, allowing users to simply review the AI-generated content, make any necessary adjustments, and approve the final report.<\/p>"},{"question":"Can I edit LOTO forms after submitting them?","content":"<p>Yes, the software allows users to edit a form even after sign-off has already been completed. 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