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Push Button Safety Covers
Lock out the on/off or emergency-stop buttons on machinery to prevent accidental or unauthorized startups, such as during maintenance. These lockout covers secure with padlocks and indicate to workers that a button is off for safety. By disabling push buttons, these safety covers also help you comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 lockout requirements for maintaining machinery.
Removable safety covers twist on and off a mounted base that fits around a button. Use the included colored labels to identify the buttons. Red covers are easy to see when installed.
Hinged safety covers have a door that flips shut. They mount permanently and encase two button sizes—22 mm or 30 mm. Snap off the tabs around the mounting hole to fit 30 mm buttons.
Crossbar safety covers have a bar that locks a button in the off position.
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For Panel Cutout Dia. | Dia. | Dp. | For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Label Included | Includes | Specifications Met | Choose a Color | Each | Each | ||
Plastic | ||||||||||||
16 mm (5/8") | 2 1/2" | 1 3/4" | 1 | 5/16" | Yes | Adhesive Backing for Mounting Base | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | |
16 mm (5/8") | 2 1/2" | 3" | 1 | 5/16" | Yes | Adhesive Backing for Mounting Base | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 0000 | |
22 mm (7/8") | 2 1/2" | 1 3/4" | 1 | 5/16" | Yes | Adhesive Backing for Mounting Base | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 0000 | |
30 mm (1 3/16") | 1 7/8" | 2" | 1 | 5/16" | Yes | Adhesive Backing for Mounting Base | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 0000 |
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For Panel Cutout Dia. | Wd. | Ht. | Dp. | For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Specifications Met | Color | Each | |
Plastic | |||||||||
22 mm, 30 mm (7/8", 1 3/16") | 1 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1 7/8" | 1 | 5/16" | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | Clear | 0000000 | 000000 |
Wall Switch Lockouts
Mount this lockout over toggle- and rocker-style wall switches to make the switch inaccessible. Switches can be locked out in either the on or off position. When not in use, the cover flips up to allow normal switch operation. Lockout mounts using the screws from your switch cover plate.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Color | Language | Message | Each | |
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4 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | 1 | 9/32" | Red | English/Spanish, English/French | Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove/Peligro—Cerrado No Lo Quite, Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove/Danger—Verrouille Ne Pas Enlever | 00000000 | 000000 |
Circuit Breaker Lockouts
Lockout works with most 120V AC circuit breakers that have a hole through the breaker lever. It prevents electrical circuits from being energized, helping you comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 requirements for the control of hazardous energy.
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For Voltage | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | For Circuit Breaker Type | For Manufacturer | For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Temp. Range, ° F | Color | Specifications Met | Each | |
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120V AC | 2 1/8" | 13/16" | 5/16" | Single Pole | Square D | 1 | 9/32" | 0° to 175° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 00000000 | 00000 |
No-Hole Circuit Breaker Lockouts
Secure circuit breaker switches that don’t have a hole for a padlock. These lockouts isolate a single switch, so you don’t have to power down an entire electrical panel to service one machine. Clamp them onto a switch and secure with a padlock (not included). These lockouts prevent injuries from unexpected startups, helping you comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 requirements for the control of hazardous energy.
For Max. Switch | Overall | |||||||||||||
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For Voltage | Wd. | Thick. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | For Circuit Breaker Type | For Manufacturer | For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Temp. Range, °F | Color | Specifications Met | Each | |
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120V AC | 5/8" | 3/8" | 1 1/16" | 2 1/4" | 13/16" | Single Pole | Square D | 1 | 9/32" | 0° to 250° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 000000000 | 00000 |
120V AC, 277V AC | 5/8" | 3/8" | 2" | 1 1/8" | 1 1/2" | Single Pole | Square D | 1 | 9/32" | 0° to 175° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 00000000 | 00000 |
480V AC, 600V AC | 1 1/2" | 1/2" | 2 3/4" | 2 5/16" | 2" | Single Pole | Square D | 1 | 9/32" | 0° to 175° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 00000000 | 00000 |
480V AC, 600V AC | 2 1/4" | 7/8" | 3 3/4" | 3 3/4" | 2 1/2" | Single Pole | Square D | 1 | 5/16" | 0° to 175° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 00000000 | 00000 |
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120V AC, 240V AC | 1/2" | 1/4" | 5 1/8" | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | Single Pole | Square D | 1 | 9/32" | 0° to 200° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 000000000 | 00000 |
120V AC, 240V AC | 1/2" | 1/4" | 5 1/8" | 2 3/4" | 1 3/16" | Single Pole | Square D | 1 | 9/32" | 0° to 200° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Tie-Bar Circuit Breaker Lockouts
Suitable for most major multipole breakers that have a tie bar, including GE, ITE, Sylvania, Challenger, Bryant, Westinghouse, Square D, and General Switch Co. This lockout prevents electrical circuits from being energized. It helps you comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 procedures for the control of energy sources that could injure workers.
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For Voltage | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | For Circuit Breaker Type | For Manufacturer | For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Temp. Range, ° F | Color | Specifications Met | Each | |
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120V AC, 277V AC | 2 1/4" | 1 1/4" | 1 1/16" | Multipole | Bryant, Challenger, GE, General Switch, ITE, Square D, Sylvania, Westinghouse | 1 | 9/32" | 0° to 175° | Red | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Circuit Breaker Group Lockouts
Secure a single breaker switch with multiple padlocks, so electricity stays safely off until everyone's done working. The key that unlocks these lockouts is at the end of a 2-ft. cable—wind it through the lock mount and secure by adding a padlock for each person working. The key is released only when all padlocks are removed.
Less disruptive than turning off an entire panel, these lockouts isolate a single circuit, keeping power flowing elsewhere. And because they're small and don't actually hold the padlocks, you'll still have room in your breaker box to flip adjacent switches on and off and even close the panel door.
Circuit breaker lockouts such as these help your organization comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, which requires electrical circuits to be locked out during maintenance in order to prevent injuries.
For Max. Switch | Overall | Lock Mount | |||||||||||||||
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For Circuit Breaker Switch Type | For Voltage | Wd. | Thick. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | For Circuit Breaker Type | For Manufacturer | For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | Type | Temp. Range, °F | Each | |
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No Hole | 120V AC,277V AC | 1/2" | 7/16" | 2 3/8" | 3/4" | 1" | Single Pole | American Switch, Bryant, Challenger, Crouse-Hinds, Federal Pacific Electric, Frank Adams, GE, ITE, Square D, Sylvania, Thomas & Betts, Westinghouse, Zinsoo | 7 | 5/16" | 4" | 13/16" | 11/16" | Adhesive Back | 0° to 250° | 00000000 | 000000 |
Through Hole | 120V AC,277V AC | 1/2" | 5/16" | 1 7/8" | 3/4" | 1" | Single Pole | American Switch, Cutler-Hammer, ITE, Square D | 7 | 5/16" | 4" | 13/16" | 11/16" | Adhesive Back | 0° to 250° | 00000000 | 00000 |
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For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | Mount Type | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
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7 | 5/16" | 4" | 13/16" | 11/16" | Adhesive Back | 0° to 250° | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 1 | 00000000 | 000000 |
15 | 5/16" | 8" | 13/16" | 11/16" | Adhesive Back | 0° to 250° | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 1 | 00000000 | 00000 |
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7 | 5/16" | 4" | 13/16" | 11/16" | Adhesive Back | 0° to 250° | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 6 | 00000000 | 00000 |
15 | 5/16" | 8" | 13/16" | 11/16" | Adhesive Back | 0° to 250° | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 6 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Electrical and Valve Lockout Sets with Padlocks
Sets contain items for group electrical and valve lockouts and are furnished in a case or box that mounts to the wall to keep the items organized in a central location. The padlocks, hasps, and lockouts are red. They help you comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 procedures for the control of energy sources that could injure workers.
For Use With | Includes | Specifications Met | Each | |
Electrical Controls, Electrical Plugs, Valves | 1 Each: Plug Prong Lockout 1 Each: Adjustable Ball Valve Lockout 1 Each: Wall Switch Cover 6 Each: Tags 3 Each: Lockout Hasps 1 Each: Plug Lockout 1 Each: Hoist Cover 1 Each: Cable Lockout 3 Each: 1/4" Shackle Diameter Keyed Alike Padlocks with Labels 3 Valve Wheel Lockouts (1 Each that fits 1"-3", 2"-5", and 4"-6 1/2" Diameter Wheels) 5 Each: Circuit Breaker Lockouts Plastic Box | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Electrical Controls, Electrical Plugs, Valves | 1 Each: Wall Switch Cover 2 Each: Valve Lockouts 11 Each: Circuit Breaker Lockouts 6 Each: Lockout Hasps 1 Each: Cable Lockout 3 Valve Wheel Lockouts (1 Each that fits 1"-3", 2"-5", and 4"-6 1/2" Diameter Wheels) 6 Each: 1/4" Shackle Diameter Keyed Differently Padlocks with Labels 12 Each: Tags 2 Each: Plug Lockouts Carrying Case | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Electrical Lockout Sets with Padlocks
The padlocks and hasp are red. They help you comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 procedures for the control of energy sources that could injure workers.
For Use With | Includes | Specifications Met | Each | |
Electrical Controls, Electrical Plugs | 2 each: 1/4" Shackle Diameter Keyed Alike Padlocks with Labels 2 each: Steel Lockout Hasp, 1" Jaw Clearance 1 each: Compact Safety Lockout Pouch 4 each: Circuit Breaker Lockouts 3 each: Tags | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 0000000 | 000000 |
22 mm Panel-Mount Build-Your-Own Plastic Switches
Choose an actuator and contact block to make your own switch. Actuators are rated NEMA 3S, 4X and 13 for protection from dust, outdoor environments, corrosion, oil, and washdowns. Use legend plates (not included) to label switches. BACO Controls switches are only compatible with BACO manufactured legend plates.
Padlockable covers prevent unauthorized use.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Dia. | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Material | Color | Environmental Rating | Each | |
2" | 5/16" | Plastic | Clear | IP65 | 000000 | 000000 |
Dia. | For Switch Action | For Push-Button Style | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Material | Manufacturer | Color | Each | |
2" | Maintained | Mushroom | 1/4" | Plastic | BACO Controls | Yellow | 0000000 | 000000 |