1910.147(d)(1): Know the Energy Before Shutdown
Before an authorized or affected employee turns off a machine or equipment, the authorized employee must know the type and magnitude of the energy, the hazards of that energy, and the method or means to control it.
Key takeaways
- 1910.147(d)(1) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart J).
- OSHA cited it 14 times in the last 3 years, in 14 inspections, with $47,401 in current penalties.
- Most citations: NY (3), IL (2), PA (2).
- Related part: 1910.147(d) Application of control (1,334 citations).
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.147(d)(1) ("Preparation for shutdown") is one requirement inside 1910.147 The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout), an OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910, Subpart J). The official text below is copied word for word from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR). The numbers, injury cases and training on this page show how OSHA enforces it on real job sites.
Official text
(1) Preparation for shutdown. Before an authorized or affected employee turns off a machine or equipment, the authorized employee shall have knowledge of the type and magnitude of the energy, the hazards of the energy to be controlled, and the method or means to control the energy. 14 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.147.
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 10 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Top states: NY (3), IL (2), PA (2), TX (2), OK (1)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| SEALY, INC. | ORLANDO, FL | $16,550 |
| TURANO KNEAD DOUGH BAKING COMPANY | BOLINGBROOK, IL | $9,000 |
| TEXAS CHILLER SYSTEMS | SAN ANTONIO, TX | $7,500 |
| NEXTEEL SAHA, LLC | CROSBY, TX | $6,951 |
| CSW, INC. | ROCHESTER, NY | $4,600 |
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OSHA interpretation letters
- Requirements for developing sufficiently-detailed written procedures for all machinery/equipment lockout/tagout. (2003-01-14)
Related parts of this rule
- 1910.147(d) Application of control 1,334 citations
- 1910.147(d)(4) Lockout or tagout device application 319 citations
- 1910.147(d)(4)(i) 281 citations
- 1910.147(d)(3) Machine or equipment isolation 136 citations
- 1910.147(d)(2) Machine or equipment shutdown 119 citations
- 1910.147(d)(6) Verification of isolation 70 citations
- 1910.147(d)(5) Stored energy 65 citations
- 1910.147(d)(5)(i) 56 citations
- 1910.147(d)(4)(ii) 25 citations
- 1910.147(d)(5)(ii) 8 citations
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Frequently asked questions
What must be known before shutting down equipment for lockout?
The type and magnitude of the energy, its hazards, and the method or means to control it.
Who must have this knowledge?
The authorized employee.
When is this required?
Before an authorized or affected employee turns off the machine or equipment.
About this page
Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.147 (eCFR), text current as of 2026-10-15
- U.S. Department of Labor enforcement data: OSHA inspections, citations and accident records, copied nightly; data as of 2026-10-20
3-year window. Federal OSHA only; state-plan rules are not counted. Plain-language text is a summary, not legal advice; the official text controls. Black Belt Safety is not part of OSHA or the Department of Labor.