If the lockout or tagout devices must be temporarily removed from energy isolating devices and the machine or equipment must be energized to test or position the machine, equipment, or component thereof, the following sequence of actions must be followed:

1. (1) Clear the machine or equipment of tools and materials in accordance with this section;
2. (2) Remove employees from the machine or equipment area in accordance with this section;
3. (3) Remove the lockout or tagout devices as specified in this section;
4. (4) Energize and proceed with the testing or positioning; and
5. (5) Deenergize all systems and reapply energy control measures in accordance with this section to continue the servicing or maintenance.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060 and chapter 49.17 RCW. WSR 19-13-083, § 296-45-17545, filed 6/18/19, effective 8/1/19. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, [49.17].040, [49.17].050 and [49.17].060. WSR 98-07-009, § 296-45-17545, filed 3/6/98, effective 5/6/98.]