Valve lockout devices are essential in Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) for these key reasons:

1. Energy Control: They secure valves, isolating hazardous substances and preventing equipment activation during maintenance.
2. Safety Compliance: Ensuring adherence to valve-specific safety regulations and standards.
3. Visual Safety: Brightly colored and labeled devices offer clear lockout indications.
4. Durability: Built for industrial environments and robust performance.
5. Customization: Some models fit various valve types and sizes.
   

Switzerland has established legal provisions governing the Lockout-Tagout procedure (LOTO):
Ordinance to the Labor Act (ArGV 3): This ordinance sets forth comprehensive guidelines for occupational health and safety. It mandates that employers are responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of their employees. Under the ArGV framework, employers are obligated to implement suitable safety measures to prevent workplace accidents and protect employees' health.

Low Voltage Installation Standard (NIN): Recognized as a pivotal technical standard within the electrical installation sector in Switzerland, the NIN establishes crucial safety protocols and requirements. It plays a significant role in ensuring the safe operation of electrical systems and installations across the country.

In the EU guidelines 89/655 stipulate the basic requirements on employee health and safety when handling industrial equipment. Additionally EN 1037 dwells on procedures to deal with energy isolation and dissipation to prevent hazardous equipment from being re-energised, and safely clear a risk-prone area for use.

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