What is the role of the second checker when tagging equipment?

The role of the second checker when tagging equipment primarily involves the verification of tag placement. This function is crucial in ensuring that the tag is appropriately attached and clearly visible, which prevents potential accidents or misunderstandings regarding the equipment's status. By confirming the tag's position and accuracy, the second checker helps to maintain safety protocols and ensure that everyone working in the vicinity understands whether the equipment is operational or requires maintenance.

While notifying personnel of equipment status is an important aspect of tagging, it is the second checker's responsibility to ensure that the tagging process follows the correct procedures, thereby indirectly supporting that notification process. Assisting in equipment repair or operating the machinery falls outside the scope of this role, as it is focused on the oversight and verification of safety measures associated with tagging rather than hands-on technical work.