All persons that use the shop must complete the basic orientation, test, and sign the Shop Release. Only certified persons are allowed to be in the main shop area. (No Guests in Main Shop).

Guests in Prototype lab must follow shop rules.
Eye protection must be worn when using any power equipment. Students are also responsible for wearing eye protection when not in Main Shop area. Eyewear is available in shop office, however it is recommended for students to have their own.
Students are responsible for wearing dust masks and hearing protection when needed.
All accidents, injuries, and machine damage must be reported to the Shop Director. This is to gain an understanding of how to prevent in the future.
No more than 12 Students in Main Shop at one time. Large classes using the shop at the same time should be scheduled, and an instructor shall be supplied to assist with overload.
Clean after shop/machine use.
Storage of large materials & projects in either of the shop rooms is allowed only by the Director’s approval.
Materials and projects left for several days without prior notice will be removed.
Shop will be cleaned after Spring semester, and all items will be removed.
Personal projects allowed only at the discretion of staff during slow times.
Schedule is posted at doors and is subject to change.

General Safety

Do not enter shop while tired or under the influence (Drugs, Alcohol, and any Medications causing Drowsiness)
Long hair must be tied back, and remove jewelry.
Beware of loose clothing – Sleeves, coats, shirt tails, etc. No open toed shoes.
No Gloves may be worn while operating machinery.
No horseplay, running, yelling, or sudden movements toward persons at machines.
Turn machines off before leaving - when possible, wait for machine to stop.
Beware of machines that are still running while unattended.
Never use equipment without a thorough understanding of its operation and your safety.
Never make adjustments or repairs to machines.
Never use Vise Grips on any machine or tool in the shop.
Report damage of machinery – Failure to do so could result in injury.
Be aware of finger and hand location at all times.
Avoid awkward operations, and use push sticks when necessary.
No Headphones allowed. Listen to the machinery – motor slowing, bit/blade smoking, bearings squeeling, . . . These can be indications of dangerous situations.
Never distract someone while they are using a machine. Talking, & sudden movements can distract long enough for in accident to occur.
Never lose focus while at a machine. Keep your mind on what you are doing.
Clean up after yourself.
Tools are for use while in shop. Anyone removing tools or abusing tools by incorrect use will lose privileges at Director’s discretion.
Anyone purposely damaging property will lose privileges – Painting property, Nailing tables, etc.
No Plaster or Cement in main shop. Do not wash hands or equipment in sinks after using plaster or cement type products.
No pressure treated lumber in Shop.
Spraypaints and solvents in Spray booth only.

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