FAQ

We design products that can be applied in a wide variety of situations, so you don’t need to buy and stock a dozen different type of locks in the same unit. We pack as many features as possible to achieve this. Our 3PTP is an excellent example of this philosophy.

LOTO Safety designed and launched the 3PTP (3 Point Traceability Padlock) in 2013 based on feedback from customers who need to deploy huge quantities of LOTO padlocks during commissioning of equipment and machinery.

LOTO programs use 3 different key systems:

1. Keyed Different locks (each padlock has unique keys)
2. Keyed Alike (group of padlocks having a common key)
3. Keyed Different with Master Keys (a group of locks in the same or different colors having unique keys and all locks opening with a Master Key).

• Key system molded on padlock body and key: Molding the Key System into the padlock body was an important feature introduced by us which allowed immediate action to be initiated for lost or misplaced keys. This feature reduced considerable downtime in deciding whether locks need to be cut (for Keyed Different systems) or if it could be opened by the supervisor if the lock in use was Master Keyed.
• Key numbers engraved on padlock body and key: Engraving key numbers on the padlock body and key wasn’t a common practice in the past. Customers had to individually write the key numbers on small plastic tags which was a cumbersome task. Tracing keys to padlocks in large LOTO programs deploying hundreds of locks was a nightmare especially when key tags were lost or misplaced. The 3PTP padlock addressed this problem resulting in huge savings in manhours spent and downtime while identifying keys to padlocks.
• Color coded key jackets: Color coding key jackets enabled quick identification of keys for different color padlocks and fast retrieval from key cabinets. The earlier system consisted of keys which had to be tagged with the lock details. Each tag had to be scrutinized to identify the relevant key for each lock resulting in considerable time waste to retrieve keys.
• Weather resistant: An additional feature inbuilt into each padlock, a key cover and 2 neoprene bushes mounted on the shackle prevented dirt, moisture and grit ingress into the padlock body. Jammed cylinders in long term outdoor isolation programs necessitated destruction of the locks. The weather resistant features increased padlock life and saved on frequent replacement costs.

Product development is a continuous process, we are currently working on several new designs which will add value to energy isolation programs. Check our website regularly for updates on new launches.

There are 3 different ways we can help you to identify the correct LOTO products for different energy sources in your workplace.

1. Click on the “Resources” link on the website and go to LOTO Assessment. Do register on our site to avail of this facility since it is exclusively for registered members. This link provides access to hundreds of pics from our assessments in UAE and other countries. Check if the images of various energy sources and the LOTO products used for isolating match with your energy sources. Each image has our model no. to help you identify the correct LOTO device to suit your energy source.
2. If the images of your energy source is not available in our files, please mail pics of the energy source you need to isolate to enable us to study and recommend the correct LOTO product. This service is available free of cost with no obligation to buy.
3. Should you require us to travel to your country for an On-Site assessment we can do so for customers who take care of our travel, accommodation and related costs.

Yes we do conduct FREE assessments for UAE companies. If the assessment period stretches beyond one working day, a few conditions apply. Please feel free to call or write to us, we will respond asap.

As registered members on our website, you have unlimited access to our database of LOTO & Electrical Safety PPT’s, documents and guides. Members are free to use these anytime to create awareness in their workplace on the importance of Safe Work Practices. We aim to provide certified training in the coming future.

If you are a direct user, please mail your enquiry and we will quote directly on Ex works or DDU basis. For GCC we can offer on DDP basis as well.

We welcome partnerships with companies interested in distributing our products. If you are a re-seller or wish to distribute our product in your country, drop us a mail or call us on….

All new designs launched by us are patented or patent pending across several countries to prevent others from manufacturing knockoffs. Our strong legal team initiates legal action against any company attempting to pirate our designs.