Mechanical Issues
A component with teeth that transfers rotational motion between two shafts
What is a gear?
This component protects electrical circuits by breaking the connection if the current is too high
What is a circuit breaker?
This programmable device is commonly used to control industrial automation processes
What is a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)?
This must be done to equipment before performing any maintenance to ensure safety
What is locking out and tagging out (LOTO)?
This hand tool is used for turning bolts and screws with hexagonal sockets
What is an Allen or Hex Key wrench?
When two rotating shafts are not in the correct position relative to each other they are said to be out of
What is alignment?
These devices convert electrical energy into mechanical motion to drive pumps & conveyors.
What are motors?
A process ______ diagram shows the flow of materials and energy in a process.
What is a Process Flow Diagram (PFD)?
This protective gear is worn to shield the eyes from hazardous conditions
What are safety glasses?
This tool measures the thickness or diameter of small objects with high precision
What is a caliper
This is a common maintenance task involving the application of a substance to reduce friction between moving parts
What is lubrication?
This type of issue occurs when wiring connections are loose or corroded
What is a bad connection or open?
This is a common method for detecting and fixing errors in control systems software that despite its name, does not involve getting rid of pests/insects.
What is debugging?
The term "safety _____" describes the process of identifying and mitigating risks in the workplace
What is a safety audit?
This tool is essential for tightening and loosening nuts and bolts
What is a wrench?
The belt tension _____ is used to measure and ensure the proper tension of belts.
What is a belt tension gauge?
This device is used to measure voltage, current, and resistance in an electrical circuit.
What is a multimeter?
This term refers to the predetermined values that control systems aim to maintain
What are setpoints?
This is the color of caution used in industrial safety to indicate warning signs.
What is yellow?
This type of saw is commonly used for cutting metal pipes and rods
What is a bandsaw or hacksaw?
The term for the gradual degradation of material due to repetitive stress or friction is wear & ____
What is wear and tear?
An abnormal connection between two nodes of an electric circuit intended to be at different voltage
What is a short circuit?
An optical ______ device measures the position or movement of an object
What is an optical sensor?
This manual contains the instructions for safely operating and maintaining equipment
What is an operator's manual?
An infrared/laser device used for detecting hot spots in circuits and equipment
What is an IR Thermometer?