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1. Meet OSHA Requirements

• OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) outlines 5 key requirements for safety padlocks:

  ·Durable: Resistant to heat, chemicals, and physical damage.

  ·Substantial: Strong enough to prevent removal without force or tools.

  ·Standardized: Consistent in color, shape, or size within your facility.

  ·Identifiable: Labeled with the employee’s name or ID.

  ·Exclusive: Only one key per employee (key-retaining design preferred).

  
  

2. Choose the Lock Body Material

3. Select the Right Shackle

4. Decide on Key System

• How to determine the key system

  ·Keyed Different (KD): One unique key per lock. Prevents accidental opening.

  ·Keyed Alike (KA): Multiple locks open with the same key (useful for one person).

  ·Master Keyed (MK): Each lock has a unique key, but one master key can open all (for supervisors).

  ·Key-Retaining: The key can't be removed unless the lock is closed – strongly recommended for safety use.

  
  

5. Use Color-Coding and Labels

• Use Color-Coding and Labels:

  ·Use color-coded bodies (e.g., red for maintenance, blue for electrical, green for supervisor).

  ·Attach photo labels, engraved names, or warning tags for clear identification.

  ·Helps prevent lock removal by anyone other than the authorized employee.

6. Check for Environmental Resistance

• If your facility involves:

  ·High temperatures

  ·Chemical exposure

  ·Wet or outdoor conditions

  Choose locks specifically rated for these environments (e.g., thermoplastic or stainless-steel components).