Who Needs Lockout/Tagout Training? According to OSHA standard 1910.147(c)(7), all authorized and affected employees must receive appropriate lockout/tagout training from their employer. OSHA started mandating lockout/tagout training as a response to the number of workplace accidents that resulted in serious injuries and deaths. Has it been a while since you updated your lockout/tagout training? Rockwell Automation can help your facility develop a lockout/tagout training program and manual that works best for your organization.