This lesson introduces participants to causes and symptoms of actuator and positioner malfunctions and applies the concepts and terminology of actuators and positioners to the disassembly, repair, parts replacement and re-assembly of diaphragm and piston actuators.
This is the final lesson in the iKNOW™ Ammeters, Meggers, and Wheatstone Bridge Library. This lesson presents the components and features and functions of clamp-on ammeters. The lesson also describes safety considerations that should be noted when selecting a clamp-on ammeter. Instruction in the procedures for setting up, taking readings,...
Analysis of overhead crane accidents reveals three common safety hazards that every company using overhead lift systems should be aware to keep their workers safe.
Excavations
This lesson introduces statistical process control (SPC) as a prevention method used to reduce quality costs. The lesson explains variability and shows how to construct a histogram to represent it. The normal curve is described as well as its probability and relevance to the philosophy of never-ending improvement.
Lockout-tagout (LOTO) or lock and tag
is a safety procedure which is used in industry and research settings
to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not able to
be started up again prior to the completion of maintenance or repair
work.
Mathematics is the study of topics such as quantity (numbers), structure, space, and change.
The Personal Protective Equipment course covers the basic responsibilities and hazard controls of employers and employees using PPE. Users will explore how employers protect employees using PPE standards, the responsibilities of employers and employees using PPE in the workplace, the work practices and engineering controls used to reduce workplace hazards,...
Power and Hand Tools
Scaffolding
This is the third lesson in the iKNOW™ Troubleshooting Skills:
Developing Logical Thinking Library. This lesson teaches participants to
develop a troubleshooting plan to evaluate problems. The importance of
schematics in troubleshooting, steps necessary to repair the problems,
and prevention of future trouble is discussed.