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WHAT IS LOTO MOBILITY? 

WHAT IS VISI-LOC? 

WHY SHOULD WORKERS WEAR VISI-LOC? 

WHY IS VISI-LOC SO IMPORTANT? 

FAQ  BENEFIT  VEST FEATURES  STATISTICS  MISCONCEPTIONS

 "VISI-LOC" vests are the answer for an easier, More effective way
to perform Lockout Tagout, And Then Some...
 

Research "VISI-LOC" below, and experience the next stage of Lockout safety. 

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What is LOTO Mobility?
It is a portable method of carrying lockout tagout equipment as apposed to stationary methods where LOTO gear is remotely located at a wall mounted system. LOTO Mobility is the clear choice bacause taking lockout gear with you for immediate use makes more sense. This saves precious time in production environments and greatly reduces LOTO Shortcuts which in turn cause casualties and fatalities. LOTO Mobility is what "Visi-Loc" is all about.

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What Is "VISI-LOC"?
"VISI-LOC" Is our patented vest mounted lockout center with visual enhancement designed for effective LOTO Mobility. "VISI-LOC" promotes a superior Lockout/Tagout culture, safety awareness, and maintain high level of visibility all in one. "VISI-LOC" is a vest mounted lockout station and LOTO Mobility combined. "VISI-LOC" is specifically designed to store and carry locks & lockout hasps with you safely. VISI-LOC is the latest development in lockout safety and is proving to be the safest-most effective method to carry lockout devices. No other company offers this unique concept with it's level of protection. 

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Why Should Workers Wear VISI-LOC?
Because the risk of lockout injuries and violations are virtually eliminated when you do. Visi-Loc is top end patented loto technology. When it comes to Lockout safety, Visi-Loc provides you with the best Lockout Mobility method to ensure that your employees are safely carrying LOTO gear. Also, the urge to take Loto shortcuts are virtually eliminated when the necessary gear is right at hand, this equals a drastically reduced number of work related injuries from lockout violations.

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Why Is VISI-LOC So Important?
In December 2006, Safety & Health Magazine published "OSHA's new top 10 list for violations for year 2006. Control of Hazardous Energy, Lockout/Tagout, Standard 29 CFR 1910.147 is Ranked #5 on that list. The Time Is Now To properly train your employees and implement our method Of Carrying padlocks for the welfare of your employees... "VISI-LOC" Is The Answer!

FAQ 

Q: What is a "VISI-LOC" Vest?
A: It is our own unique patented LOTO mobility system that securely holds all your basic Lockout/Tagout gear safely and comfortably. "VISI-LOC" promotes a positive lockout safety culture that comes naturally with our intuitive design. No more locks hanging (unsafely) from your belt loops Causing "Lock-Snag"! "VISI-LOC" constantly maintains a highly level of visibility while you work and the safety placard located on the back of the vest reminds others to "Lock It Out"! "VISI-LOC" is available in a tear-away style and one piece design. Your can purchase "VISI-LOC" at our web store. Please feel free to call us with any questions (800)-657-7074.

Q: What is "LOCK-SNAG"?
A:"Lock-Snag" Is The Condition Created When Padlocks Are Fastened Unsafely To A Workers Belt Loops. Many Workers Have Resorted To This Method Of Carrying Locks And Some Employers Actually Support This Method However It Is Highly Dangerous Because Workers Can Become "Snagged" While Walking Past An Object And Sustain Injuries.

Q: What type of workers are "VISI-LOC" loto vests designed for?
A: Machine operators, Maintenance technicians, Electricians, Cleanup personnel, Managers, Supervisors or anyone who must service, clean, maintain, or lockout equipment for any reason. 

Q: Are "VISI-LOC" loto vests ANSI/ISEA compliant?
A: Yes, Viper Safety Vests meet or exceed ANSI/ISEA 107-1999 standards classes 1 and 2.

Q: Why is "VISI-LOC" a better choice than a lockout pouch?
A: Our vests fit close to the body, are comfortable to wear, and are ergonomically correct. Pouches fasten to the waste with a belt and hang bulky over one side of the body and are not ergonomically friendly. The bulky pack is a nuisance in tighter areas and can easily snag. OSHA states that clothing and accessories must be tight to the body eliminating the potential for snagging or getting caught in equipment. Bulky and/or loose materials are not safe in the workplace, period.

Q: How does "VISI-LOC" store lockout equipment compared to pouches?
A: The locks are carried in our Onboard Lockout Station with Velcro pockets to store locks and lockout hasps where they can be easily removed for use with one hand. Pouches typically have a zipper and flap that require both hands to open and access hardware. 

Q: Could Viper Safety build a vest that suits my needs?
A: Yes, Viper Safety will build a garment to your specifications.

Q: What does a "VISI-LOCK" cost?
A: Suggested retail of our typical vest runs $49.00 USD. The cost of acompetitors pouch is about $75.00.

Q: What kind of vests does Viper Safety build?
A: Heavy duty tear resistant mesh and fire resistant material vests in tear away and one piece designs.

Q: Can I purchase "VISI-LOC" by calling Viper Safety because I would rather speak to a sales representative?
A: Yes, call (800) 657-7074. You may purchase one here in our Web Store as well.

Q: What is the big difference between "VISI-LOC" and all other vests?
A: "VISI-LOC" is completely unique from other vests simply because we are the only manufacturer with a patented Onboard Lockout Station. We have designed "VISI-LOC" for quick and easy access your safety locks and hasps so you don’t have to hang locks from your belt loops or search for locks on a stationary lockout board that is not properly stocked or in a convenient location.

Q: What is the purpose of "VISI-LOC"?
A: To save lives and prevent injuries in the workplace so everyone goes home safe and uninjured every day. 

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BENEFITS

1. "VISI-LOC" Puts Portable Lockout safety at your fingertips.

2. Outfitting your workers with "VISI-LOC" demonstrates that you rate “Lockout Safety” a high priority to OSHA, your insurance carrier, and others.

3. Lockout hardware stores easily in lower right pocket.

4. Implementation of "VISI-LOC" may qualify your company for a discount from your insurance carrier.

5. "VISI-LOC" is highly visible night or day.

6. Promotes good lockout habits for individuals wearing garment.

7. Promotes safety awareness for others in sight of the garment.

8. With "VISI-LOC", locks are part of your personal PPE, failure to lockout is “No Excuse.”

9. "VISI-LOCK" Meets ANSI 107-1999 standards.

10. Meets ANSI class 1 or 2 rating. (depending on vest style)

11. Outfitting all of your workers with "VISI-LOC" will cost far less than one injury.

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FEATURES

1. "VISI-LOC" Features an onboard lockout station for convenience.

2. "VISI-LOC" Lockout Station is appropriately labeled for visual awareness.

3. Rear safety placard is highly visible to provide lockout awareness for other workers.

4. "VISI-LOC" Tear-Away style garments will separate to protect the wearer in the event of getting or caught on something.

5. "VISI-LOC" Utilizes Quality 3M 9910 reflective material.

6. Tabs are mounted to clip a radio, microphone, cell phone, or pager to the garment.

7. "VISI-LOC" is constructed from durable-lighweight mesh material.

8. "VISI-LOC" may be laundered and is easy to clean.

9. All "VISI-LOC" Fasteners are constructed of Velcro.

10. All "VISI-LOC" styles are available in X-small, small, medium, and large sizes.

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STATISTICS – Failure to Lock Out

Below are some unfortunate statistics that could have been prevented. Viper Safety Vests should be used in the workplace in conjunction with appropriate safety systems and procedures to help prevent injuries before they occur. No Shortcuts, No Injuries!

4th Most Cited OSHA Violation in 2003:

During Fiscal Year 2003, OSHA handed out 4,304 violations for “Control of Hazardous Energy” Lockout/Tagout (Standard 1910.147) http://www.nsc.org/shnews/OSHA-top10-2004.pdf

Fatalities and Amputations:

During the period 1992-99, there were on average more than 21 fatal and more than 11,000 nonfatal workplace amputations annually. Fifty-three percent of these nonfatal amputations occurred in manufacturing alone, resulting in a rate of amputations for that industry that was more than two and one-half times higher than the national average in 1999. Operators, fabricators, and laborers accounted for more nonfatal amputations than all other occupations combined. (from the US Department of Labor website) http://www.bls.gov/opub/cwc/sh20030114ar01p1.htm

Taking short cuts, or simply failing to lockout equipment caused unimaginable pain, suffering, and death to these workers. Following a simple lockout/tagout procedure would have spared them.

Employers are Fined Millions for Lockout/Tagout Violations:

The following link is from the OSHA website. It contains information about companies that have suffered the wrath of OSHA. These fines were issued for failure to utilize “Lockout/Tagout” , Failure to LOTO train, and other serious violations. These fines are staggering and shouldn’t be taken lightly. Let’s learn from their mistakes before we make one! 

For employers, Injuries from Failure to Lockout = Soaring Insurance Premiums, Lawsuits, OSHA Fines, etc:

For the employer, this is a brutal combination of events subsequent to an accident. It is bad enough dealing with workplace accidents when they occur but that is just the beginning of it. It could very well bring a strong company to its knees and quite possibly to an end. OSHA places the burden squarely on the shoulders of the employer because they are 100% responsible for the welfare of their employees while on the clock. In some cases, punitive measures can reach beyond the barrier of the employer and hold members of the management personally responsible as well as the company. Repeat citations issued to a company by OSHA are usually 7 times the amount previously fined and it just gets much worse beyond that. Keep in mind, it isn’t the employer that OSHA is out to protect, it is the employees own personal safety that they care about. So as you see, the employer must comply with OSHA standards and regulations for the welfare of their employees and to remain in good standing with OSHA, and to remain in business.

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COMMON MISCONCEPTION

An old paradigm and misconception is that “OSHA” (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) states that you must get lockout/tagout equipment from a stationary lockout station. This is simply not true, nor has it ever been. The OSHA standard 1910.147(a)(3)(i) however, “Requires employers to establish a program and utilize procedures for affixing appropriate lockout devices or tagout devices to energy isolating devices, and to otherwise disable machines or equipment to prevent unexpected energization, start up or release of stored energy in order to prevent injury to employees.” One interpretation of this standard could be: OSHA has empowered all employers to find and implement the best and safest system possible to use, store, and/or carry Lockout/Tagout devices for their workforce. This is where Viper Safety Vests fit in!

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