Overview
The North B-Safe BS-01 ball valve lockout is a durable polypropylene device engineered for securing ball valves during lockout/tagout procedures. Manufactured by North Safety (Honeywell), this red-colored lockout device meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 and 1910.269 standards. It is designed to accommodate valve handles and stems in the 3/8″ to 1-1/4″ range, making it ideal for industrial plants, chemical facilities, and water treatment systems requiring energy isolation compliance.
Key Features
- OSHA Compliant: Meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 (Lockout/Tagout) and 1910.269 (Electric Power Generation standards)
- Durable Polypropylene Construction: Fully dielectric, abrasion-resistant, and chemical-resistant material
- Wide Temperature Range: Operates from -50°F to 360°F, suitable for cold storage and high-temperature applications
- Versatile Valve Compatibility: Fits valve handles 5.375″ to 7.5″ in diameter and valve stems up to 0.312″ in diameter
- Corrosion & Chemical Resistant: Highly resistant to solvents, oils, and other industrial chemicals
- Dielectric Properties: Safe for use in electrical isolation scenarios
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: BS-01 (Red color designation: BS01R)
- Manufacturer: North Safety (Honeywell)
- Material: Polypropylene
- Color: Red
- Valve Handle Diameter Range: Minimum 5.375″, Maximum 7.5″
- Valve Stem Diameter: Maximum 0.312″
- Operating Temperature Range: -50°F to 360°F (-46°C to 183°C)
- Width: 0.380″
- Weight: 0.75 lb
- Lock Hole Size: Accepts standard padlocks
- Standards Compliance: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269
Typical Applications
- Industrial manufacturing plants requiring energy isolation procedures
- Chemical processing facilities with ball valve systems
- Water treatment and municipal water distribution systems
- Oil and gas operations with valve lockout requirements
- HVAC systems in commercial and industrial buildings
- Pharmaceutical and food processing facilities
- Power generation and utility facilities
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Ball valves with 3/8″ to 1-1/4″ handle diameters
- Valve stems up to 0.312″ diameter
- Standard padlocks (corrosion-proof recommended)
- Industrial LOTO programs under OSHA 1910.147
- Electrical power isolation scenarios (dielectric rated)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- North Safety BS-01 (all color variants: BS01B, BS01G, BS01Y, BS01R)
- Equivalent generic ball valve lockouts in the 3/8″-1-1/4″ range
Works With
- OSHA-compliant lockout/tagout procedures
- Standard industrial padlock systems
- Hasp and cable lockout configurations
- Multi-device lockout chains and assemblies
- Energy isolation and confined space entry programs
