Long Beach ASSP Educational / Networking Event

Topic ANSI Z244.1 / OSHA 1910.147 – Alternative Methods of Hazardous Energy Control for Machine Safety and Productivity Improvements

As manufacturing processes evolve, so too must the strategies for safely controlling hazardous energy. This session explores the use of alternative methods in lieu of traditional lockout/tagout, as permitted under ANSI Z244.1 and in compliance with OSHA 1910.147. Attendees will learn how to recognize risks, prepare for safe task execution, and implement validated control methods that maintain both safety and operational efficiency. With growing demand for production uptime, understanding when and how to apply alternative methods is vital to reducing risk while supporting productivity. This session will clarify key definitions, documentation requirements, and acceptable risk thresholds—all grounded in industry best practices and standards.

Learning Objectives

• Recognize and define hazards and risks associated with tasks requiring hazardous energy control
• Prepare for and implement the use of alternative methods instead of lockout/tagout
• Understand the required steps and documentation to ensure compliance
• Identify when a task has reached an acceptable risk limit
• Validate safety circuits used for alternative control method

Speaker Ted Sberna Sr.

Ted Sberna Sr. is a seasoned consultant and industry leader with over four decades of experience in industrial machinery and safety control systems. He is a Certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE) and holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the General Motors Institute (1985).

Throughout his career, Ted has specialized in designing and implementing integrated safety and risk-reduction solutions that deliver measurable improvements in both safety performance and operational productivity. His deep expertise in machine safeguarding and energy control has made him a trusted advisor to manufacturers across a broad range of industries.

Ted plays a key role in the development of national and international safety standards. He currently serves as Vice Chair of the ANSI/ASSP Z244.1 standard for the control of hazardous energy and is Chair of multiple ANSI standards committees, including B11.1, B11.4, B11.5, B11.12, B11.18, and ANSI/PLASTICS B151.7. In total, he has contributed to over two dozen ANSI committees and 8–10 international standards efforts, making him one of the most active and respected voices in the safety standards community.

Ted brings a practical, real-world perspective to complex safety challenges and is passionate about helping organizations implement best practices that protect workers and enhance productivity.

Agenda

12:00pm In Person Lunch
12:30pm Presentation

Additional Information

1. Lunch will be provided at no charge for each person who registers for this event.
2. Parking is $10
3. CEUs will be awarded for attendance at all Education and Networking Sessions during the 25-26 term (July 1 – June 30)
4. The event is intended for in-person learning and networking. An option to attend virtually is also offered for those who cannot attend in person. If you’d be interested in attending virtually (but not in person), please use the “Virtual Registration” button to let us know.