Which of the following is NOT part of the tag in/tag out process?

In the context of the tag in/tag out process, the main goal is to ensure that equipment is properly shut down, maintained, or repaired safely while protecting personnel from accidental machinery startup. The process includes steps such as reporting that a tag has been placed, inspecting to ensure that all personnel are aware of the unsafe condition, and removing tags once the work is complete and it is safe to return the equipment to operation.

Filing, while it may be necessary for record-keeping or administrative purposes, is not inherently part of the immediate tag in/tag out steps that focus on safety and operational procedures. The process is more about the physical actions taken to manage equipment status and worker safety rather than the documentation after the fact. Thus, the action of filing does not contribute directly to the operational safety measures essential during the tag in/tag out process.