How should the job briefing address energy source controls?

• A. By discussing specific controls related to live work.
• B. By listing energy sources without discussing controls.
• C. By addressing only PPE needs.
• D. By delaying energy discussions until after the task.

Answer: (A)

For live work, the job briefing must cover how energy sources are controlled. This means detailing the specific controls used to prevent energization or the sudden release of stored energy during the task—how the equipment will be isolated, de-energized, and secured with lockout and tagout devices, and how zero energy will be verified before work begins. The briefing should also assign responsibility for each control, outline the correct sequence to isolate and restore energy, and note any barriers or interlocks that protect workers. Focusing on these energy controls gives workers a clear, actionable plan for safely managing energy during the task, not just a list of sources or an emphasis on PPE. Discussing only PPE or delaying energy discussions would leave a critical safety gap, as proper energy isolation is what prevents hazardous energization from occurring.