{"id":7594,"date":"2023-01-18T10:14:50","date_gmt":"2023-01-18T03:14:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/?p=7594"},"modified":"2023-01-18T10:22:55","modified_gmt":"2023-01-18T03:22:55","slug":"6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks\/","title":{"rendered":"6 considerations when selecting your safety padlocks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>With so many hardware options available for your lockout tagout program, it can be hard to know which padlock is right for your specific situation. Add on the complexities of managing lockout tagout programs for multiple departments or facilities and the options can be downright overwhelming.<\/em><\/p><p><em>To help you sort through the confusion, we\u2019ve developed a list of important considerations when selecting your lockout tagout padlocks.<\/em><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">N\u1ed9i dung trang<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks\/#A_Finding_the_right_padlock_material_type\" title=\"A.&nbsp;Finding the right padlock material type\">A.&nbsp;Finding the right padlock material type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks\/#B_Traditional_Safety_Padlocks_vs_SafeKey_Lockout_Padlocks\" title=\"B.&nbsp;Traditional Safety Padlocks vs. SafeKey Lockout Padlocks\">B.&nbsp;Traditional Safety Padlocks vs. SafeKey Lockout Padlocks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks\/#C_Organizing_your_hardware_with_color-coding_engraving_or_lock_labels\" title=\"C.&nbsp;Organizing your hardware with color-coding, engraving or lock labels\">C.&nbsp;Organizing your hardware with color-coding, engraving or lock labels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks\/#D_Selecting_the_right_key_system_for_your_needs\" title=\"D.&nbsp;Selecting the right key system for your needs\">D.&nbsp;Selecting the right key system for your needs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks\/#E_Charting_and_tracking_your_locks_keys\" title=\"E.&nbsp;Charting and tracking your locks \/ keys\">E.&nbsp;Charting and tracking your locks \/ keys<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/en\/6-considerations-when-selecting-your-safety-padlocks\/#F_Streamlining_your_program_through_standardization\" title=\"F.&nbsp;Streamlining your program through standardization\">F.&nbsp;Streamlining your program through standardization<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Finding_the_right_padlock_material_type\"><\/span><strong>A.&nbsp;<\/strong>Finding the right padlock material type<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>The first step is to find the right padlock type for your specific application. There are three material options to consider:<\/p><p>Nylon padlocks<\/p><p>Nylon padlocks&nbsp;have a lightweight nylon body with either a steel or nylon shackle that&#8217;s ideal for industrial environments. The nylon padlocks with nylon shackle are plastic, non-conductive and non-sparking making it great for electrical and indoor applications.<\/p><p>Compact padlocks are also available for smaller spaces. The extremely compact and lightweight design with non-conductive and non-sparking nylon shackle is ideal for small spaces for electrical contractors, maintenance and electricians.<\/p><p>Aluminum padlocks<\/p><p>The&nbsp;aluminum padlock with steel shackle&nbsp;provides both corrosion resistance, as well as added durability for tougher industrial environments and outdoor use.<\/p><p>Steel padlocks<\/p><p>Steel padlocks\u00a0are made with reinforced laminated steel that withstands severe physical abuse and a hardened steel shackle with individually coated body plates for superior rust protection.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chat-lieu-khoa-Loto-Brady.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7586\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chat-lieu-khoa-Loto-Brady.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chat-lieu-khoa-Loto-Brady-67x30.jpeg 67w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chat-lieu-khoa-Loto-Brady-135x60.jpeg 135w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chat-lieu-khoa-Loto-Brady-510x227.jpeg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Traditional_Safety_Padlocks_vs_SafeKey_Lockout_Padlocks\"><\/span><strong>B.&nbsp;<\/strong>Traditional Safety Padlocks vs. SafeKey Lockout Padlocks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Traditional Safety Padlocks<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Traditional safety padlocks are a multi-purpose solution that includes flexible cable locks for tight spaces and simultaneous lockout points. Not to mention, this padlock design offers additional material options including non-conductive nylon, aluminum and laminated steel lock bodies. The traditional safety padlocks rely on a classic design that includes a pin tumbler lock mechanism with a jagged key design. It&#8217;s design also means fewer key combinations, making it ideal for small work groups and facilities with fewer energy isolation points.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Brady-Safekey-Lockout-Padlock.jpeg\" alt=\"Kh\u00f3a Loto\" class=\"wp-image-7588\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Brady-Safekey-Lockout-Padlock.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Brady-Safekey-Lockout-Padlock-40x30.jpeg 40w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Brady-Safekey-Lockout-Padlock-80x60.jpeg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p><strong>SafeKey Lockout Padlocks<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 SafeKey Lockout Padlocks feature a patent-pending locking mechanism that includes six precision steel tumbler blades and more unique key possibilities, making it ideal for large organizations using hundreds of thousands locks. The innovative design makes for an extra smooth key insertion and removal \u2014 even when wearing gloves! It&#8217;s linear, low-friction lock mechanism helps maintain key integrity, helping the padlock last longer.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Organizing_your_hardware_with_color-coding_engraving_or_lock_labels\"><\/span><strong>C.&nbsp;<\/strong>Organizing your hardware with color-coding, engraving or lock labels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Color-coding<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 Larger organizations have benefited from color-coding locks by trade or location to help keep equipment organized. Color-coded locks can also tell you who is still working on a machine at a glance, improving the visibility of the lockout process. Some facilities have even opted to color code their locks by location to reduce losses when internal maintenance teams are working with outside contractors.<\/p><p><strong>Engraving<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 Engraving is an easy, more permanent way to keep everything organized, while also communicating the status of maintenance. For example, a facility may opt to engrave the department name on each lock, as well as the key code to make it easier to match the locks and keys together.<\/p><p><strong>Lock labels<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Lock labels are especially useful in keeping everything organized and they can quickly be updated to accommodate any unexpected change.\u00a0Brady labels\u00a0are made of durable vinyl and include a write-on surface that accepts pencil, pen or marker for those on-the-spot updates.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/BradySafetyPadlocks320x480.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7590\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/BradySafetyPadlocks320x480.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/BradySafetyPadlocks320x480-267x400.jpeg 267w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/BradySafetyPadlocks320x480-20x30.jpeg 20w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/BradySafetyPadlocks320x480-40x60.jpeg 40w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Selecting_the_right_key_system_for_your_needs\"><\/span><strong>D.&nbsp;<\/strong>Selecting the right key system for your needs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Finding the right key system for your lockout tagout program ensures the right people have access to lockout equipment during maintenance. The guidelines below will help you determine the right option for your unique needs:<\/p><p>Keyed different padlocks<\/p><p>Each padlock has its own unique key. Ideal for ensuring there is no potential key duplication when multiple maintenance personnel need to lockout equipment.<\/p><p>Keyed alike padlocks<\/p><p>Each padlock can be opened with the same key. This option is beneficial when multiple locks are assigned to a single employee. However, it\u2019s important to remember that under OSHA regulations no employee should be able to open a lock applied by someone else. Therefore, keyed alike locks from the same set should never be distributed to multiple employees.<\/p><p>This type of lock is mostly used when a maintenance individual is responsible for multiple machines or isolation points. It makes it easier to find the right key and reduces the number of keys on a key ring.<\/p><p>Master keyed padlocks<\/p><p>The master key can open all locks including keyed alike and keyed different locks. This allows supervisors to easily remove a lock in the event of an emergency. In order for employees to retain exclusive control, master keys should be kept in a secure location that is only accessible to management.<\/p><p>Grand master keyed padlocks<\/p><p>The grand master key can open all locks grouped into two or more master keyed systems. This option is best for applications with larger teams requiring multiple levels of supervisory access. In order for employees to retain exclusive control, grand master keys should be kept in a secure location that is only accessible to management.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"552\" height=\"623\" src=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/O-khoa-Loto-Lockout-Brady.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7592\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/O-khoa-Loto-Lockout-Brady.jpeg 552w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/O-khoa-Loto-Lockout-Brady-354x400.jpeg 354w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/O-khoa-Loto-Lockout-Brady-27x30.jpeg 27w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/O-khoa-Loto-Lockout-Brady-53x60.jpeg 53w, https:\/\/achisonsafety.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/O-khoa-Loto-Lockout-Brady-510x576.jpeg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E_Charting_and_tracking_your_locks_keys\"><\/span><strong>E.&nbsp;<\/strong>Charting and tracking your locks \/ keys<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Charting your locks and keys is recommended when the end user requires no risk of key duplication or for custom padlock options such as master keyed and grand master keyed padlocks. Brady can track or \u201cchart\u201d your key codes upon request to simplify ordering replacement locks and to avoid duplicates when ordering additional locks.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"F_Streamlining_your_program_through_standardization\"><\/span><strong>F.&nbsp;<\/strong>Streamlining your program through standardization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>When you\u2019re managing lockout tagout programs for multiple departments or facilities,&nbsp;standardizing your program&nbsp;can provide a number of benefits to your organization. The&nbsp;most successful lockout tagout programs&nbsp;include the complete safety picture \u2014 locks, tags and devices, as well as proper lockout procedures, program documentation, employee training, periodic inspections or other procedural elements.<\/p><p>By creating a standard, it makes ordering new locks easier and faster because you know the exact lock you need to order for each application. 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Add on the complexities of managing lockout tagout programs for multiple departments or facilities and the options can be downright overwhelming. 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