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To work in a construction-based, industrial workplace, it is integral to understand how various fixtures function and operate. Basic knowledge of such fixtures provides a means for employees to most effectively and safely complete their job and operate machinery. Gate valves are the most common type of valve and are therefore the most important valve for you to understand. This course will explain why gate valves are an important fixture to understand and how improper installation and operation can lead to pipe leakage that can cause damage and require maintenance to repair.

This 3 minute long course uses video and audio narration to give you a thorough overview of gate valves in a time-effective and easy to understand manner. The simplicity of how gate valves are presented makes this course accessible and informative for industrial workers, new employees, safety and compliance officers, and anyone in general.

This course describes the basic functions of a gate valve and the various components that comprise gate valves. Through a description of various ways to connect piping to the body of the valve to facilitate a flush seal, a demonstration of how the stem moves, and an explanation of the operation of the hand wheel itself, this course presents a wide range of important information on how gate valves function and are operated.