This reading module requires users to review and acknowledge the Risk Management Form (RMF) associated with servo-controlled hydraulic actuator systems used in TestLAB at UNSW Canberra.

The RMF outlines the key hazards, risk controls, and safety requirements associated with operating servo-hydraulic testing equipment, including but not limited to dynamic load frames and actuator systems.

Users will gain awareness of:

• Hazards related to high hydraulic pressure, moving components, and stored energy systems

• Risks associated with electrical equipment, pinch points, and specimen failure during testing

• Importance of proper training, inductions, and competency-based operation

• Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safe working practices

• Pre-operational checks, inspections, and equipment maintenance requirements

• Emergency procedures, including safe shutdown, injury response, and evacuation protocols

Completion of this module confirms that the user has read and understood the RMF and acknowledges their responsibility to follow all outlined safety controls while operating the equipment.

This module is a mandatory prerequisite and must be completed before undertaking any practical training sessions with TSG staff.

This reading module requires users to review and acknowledge the Safe Work Procedure (SWP) for servo-controlled hydraulic actuator systems used in TestLAB at UNSW Canberra.

The SWP provides step-by-step instructions for the safe setup, operation, and shutdown of servo-hydraulic testing equipment, ensuring users understand how to perform tasks safely and consistently.

Users will gain understanding of:

• Pre-operational checks, including inspection of hydraulic lines, fixtures, sensors, and control systems

• Correct setup of specimens, grips, and fixtures to prevent failure or misalignment

• Safe operation under load control, displacement control, and cyclic testing conditions

• Identification and management of hazards such as high pressure, moving actuators, and stored energy release

• Required PPE and safe working practices during testing

• Proper use of emergency stop systems and safe shutdown procedures

• Post-operation requirements including equipment shutdown, cleaning, and reporting faults or incidents

Completion of this module confirms that the user has read and understood the SWP and agrees to follow all prescribed procedures when using the equipment.

This module is mandatory and must be completed prior to participating in any supervised practical training sessions with TSG staff.

This module is used to record all supervised training sessions completed on servo-controlled hydraulic actuator systems within TestLAB at UNSW Canberra.

To be eligible for the Servo Controlled Hydraulic Actuators Badge, users must complete a minimum of five supervised training sessions under the guidance of TestLAB Technical Support Group (TSG) staff. Each session must be properly booked, attended, and logged.

During these sessions, users are expected to progressively develop competency in:

• Safe setup and operation of the actuator system

• Specimen installation and alignment

• Understanding and applying load/displacement control modes

• Monitoring tests and identifying unsafe conditions

• Performing safe shutdown procedures and post-test checks

Requirements:

• Users must book the equipment in advance and confirm TSG staff availability before attending each session

• Users must notify TSG staff at the time of training to ensure the session is recorded

• All sessions must be conducted in accordance with the RMF and SWP requirements

Completion of five sessions does not automatically grant the badge.
The badge will only be issued once TSG staff are satisfied that the user has demonstrated safe and competent independent operation. Additional sessions may be required depending on user performance and test complexity.