FAQ

How often should eyewash stations be checked?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has made it clear that eyewash stations should be checked at least twice per shift or use. OSHA has also determined that eyewash...

What types of energy can lockout tagout procedures control?

Lockout tagout procedures can control a variety of types of energy, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and heat. All these types of energy can potentially power machines. Thus, various lockout tagout...

How do you open or close a gate valve?

To open or close a gate valve, you only have to turn the handwheel. The handwheel engages the valve’s gate, which can either allow or block the flow of the...

How do you lock a gate valve?

Turn the gate valve’s handwheel and put it in the off position. This lowers the gate into the fluid flow and effectively shuts it off. You can then install the...

How does a gate valve work?

A gate valve has a mechanism that can both allow and block the flow of fluids. It comes with a “gate” that can be wedged into or lifted out of...

What is the purpose of a gate valve?

A gate valve is the point of access to a fluid flow. When open, the gate valve allows a full flow in a pipeline. When fully closed, the valve shuts...