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[Old Article] TFTB Robot Lab Safety Information

[Old Article] TFTB Robot Lab Safety Information

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This is an old article. For the newest info please visit: TFTB Lab Briefing and Safety Information


This page contains important information for use of the TFTB Robot Lab and should be read carefully in addition to attending one of the induction sessions. Once you have read this document there will be a Google Form link at the bottom to sign that you have read and understood this document.

For reference the "test area" is the large open area with the obstacle course, the "office" is the locked side room with the three unmanaged PCs, and is the primary work space, and the "classroom" is the other side room with a curtain, and several managed PCs.


  • Access to the TFTB Robot Lab is via a KABA card reader. Tap your student card to the reader next to the front door and it should open automatically. If you are unable to gain access please get in touch with one of the technicians.
  • Access to the office is also via a KABA reader, built into the handle of the lock. Tap your card then the handle will unlock. You may need to tap your card on the outside reader before it will work on the office door.

The TFTB Robot Lab has a burglar alarm. system. You will need to unset the alarm system if you are the first person in, and then set it if you are the last person out.  Please read the following instructions carefully before you use the lab.  These instructions are also posted next to the alarm panel beside the door in the lab.


Your student 5-digit alarm code is: 52980

Make a note of this to keep with you and use this code to both unset and set the alarm system.

Alarm Setting

  1. Enter the five digit code followed by the A button. Select the zone if applicable (Number 1-9).
  2. The alarm panel will start beeping, please leave the building.
  3. When the alarm panel stops beeping the alarm is set. 

You can cancel the setting of the alarm by pressing the  ESC button during the beeping countdown. 

Alarm Deactivation

  1. Enter the five digit alarm code followed by the ENT button.
  2. The alarm panel will change the beep pattern and then stop.
  3. The alarm is now unset.

To Call Security = 01904 32 4444 (mobile) or Extension 4444 (campus phone).

Emergencies = 01904 32 3333 (mobile) or Extension 3333 (campus phone)

If you have any problems with the alarm system, please just call security at extension 4444 and they will help you out or deactivate the alarm if it has gone off.


  • The provided drones should only be flown in the test area of the Robot Lab. They should not be flown in either the office or the classroom.
  • Under no circumstances should the drones be removed from the Robot Lab or flown outside.
  • When either your ground robot or drone are in operation, there should be no persons within the test area. All observations should be made from either the office or classroom.
  • The TFTB Robot Lab is primarily for the testing of your robot, all major construction should be done using the facilities at P/T/410
  • The tools provided in the Robot Lab are suitable for making minor modifications only. These tools should not be removed from the Robot Lab.
  • Tools or equipment should not be moved between the TFTB Robot Lab and P/T/410. If you require different tools or equipment in the Robot Lab, please ask on of the technicians and we will try to accommodate, but many tasks are not possible in the TFTB Robot Lab due to Health and Safety concerns, such as soldering.
  • Do not bring your own tools to the Robot Lab to try and avoid the above two rules.
  • It is strongly recommended that you have the campus SafeZone app downloaded and setup before you start working in the TFTB Robot Lab.
  • There should be at least two students in the lab at all times. If you find yourself working alone, especially outside of standard university opening times you can use the campus SafeZone app to check in with security. It can also be used to contact security in an emergency.
  • Food and drink should not be consumed within the Robot Lab. If you bring food or drink to the lab it should stay in your bag and be consumed outside. There are also nearby campus outlets where you can purchase food and drink if necessary.


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