This reading module requires users to review and acknowledge the Risk Management Form (RMF) for the Concrete Mixer used in the Concrete Sample Preparation Lab.

The RMF outlines the key hazards, risks, and control measures associated with preparing concrete samples, including:

• handling and measuring materials

• operating the concrete mixer safely

• managing manual handling and environmental hazards

• use of appropriate PPE

• cleaning and housekeeping requirements

This module must be completed before progressing to the Concrete Mixer SWP module and prior to attending any supervised training sessions.

Completion confirms that the user has read and understood the safety requirements associated with using the Concrete Mixer.

This module requires users to read and acknowledge the Safe Work Procedure(s) (SWPs) for the Concrete Mixer used in the Concrete Sample Preparation Lab.

The SWPs outline the correct and safe operation of the concrete mixer, including:

• pre-operational checks and setup

• safe loading and mixing of materials

• hazard controls and required PPE

• emergency procedures and shutdown

• cleaning and maintenance requirements

These SWPs must be read after completing the Concrete Mixer RMF module and before participating in any supervised training sessions.

Completion of this module confirms that the user understands the safe operating procedures required for using the Concrete Mixer.

This module requires users to review and acknowledge the Risk Management Form (RMF) for the Concrete Vibration Table before undertaking supervised training in the Concrete Sample Preparation Lab.

The RMF outlines the safety requirements and hazards associated with operating the vibration table during concrete specimen preparation, including:

• safe operation of the vibration table

• securing moulds during vibration

• managing vibration, noise, and electrical hazards

• correct PPE requirements

• safe shutdown and cleaning procedures

Completion of this module confirms that the user has read and understood the safety requirements before participating in practical training for the Concrete Sample Preparation Badge.

This module requires users to read and acknowledge the Safe Work Procedure (SWP) for the Concrete Vibration Table used in the Concrete Sample Preparation Lab.

The SWP outlines the safe operation and handling of the vibration table, including:

• correct setup and positioning of moulds

• safe operation during vibration and compaction

• managing vibration, noise, and electrical hazards

• required PPE and safety precautions

• shutdown and cleaning procedures

This module must be completed after the Concrete Vibration Table RMF and before participating in any supervised training sessions.

Completion confirms that the user understands the correct and safe procedures for operating the Concrete Vibration Table.

This module explains the booking procedure for the Concrete Mixer used in the Concrete Sample Preparation Lab in TestLAB, Building 20 Level 1.

Before attending any supervised training session or preparing concrete samples, users must:

• Book the Concrete Mixer through the booking system

• Confirm TSG staff availability for supervision

• Ensure the required RMF documents have been read and acknowledged

Booking the mixer ensures that equipment availability and laboratory supervision can be properly managed.

Users must complete this module before participating in the supervised training sessions required for the Concrete Sample Preparation Badge.

This module records the supervised practical training sessions required for the Concrete Sample Preparation Badge.

Users must complete a minimum of five supervised training sessions in the Concrete Sample Preparation Lab (TestLAB, Building 20 Level 1) under the supervision of TestLAB Technical Support Group (TSG) staff.

During these sessions, users will practice:

• Safe operation of the Concrete Mixer

• Safe use of the Concrete Vibration Table

• Mixing and preparing concrete materials

• Casting samples into moulds

• Compaction using vibration

• Cleaning equipment and maintaining laboratory housekeeping

Before attending any training session, users must:

• Complete the required RMF reading modules

• Book the Concrete Mixer

• Confirm TSG staff availability

TSG staff will sign off each training session. The badge will only be awarded once the user has demonstrated safe and competent operation of the equipment.