Note: Failure to abide by these saftey policies may result in disciplinary action as outlined in the SparkCC Constitution.
- A first aid kit is available under the electronics bench nearest the main entry door.
- A fire extinguisher is available next to the main entry door.
- Exit through the main door marked with the green EXIT sign.
- The emergency assembly point is under the COLA opposite the roller doors.
- Immediately report ALL accidents, injuries, or incidents directly to a Committee Member (via email, slack or verbally).
- Immediately discontinue use of any tool(s) or equipment that become unsafe, damaged, or are not working properly. Report the situation to a Committee Member.
- Use the space and equipment safely and leave the space and equipment in clean and working condition.
- Work and behave in a way that protects your own safety and the safety of others.
- Children under the age of 18 years must be accompanied and supervised by an adult SparkCC member.
- Abide by SparkCC and government building, safety, and fire regulations and comply with the rules and regulations of the equipment, whether posted or otherwise imposed by SparkCC.
- Do not work with 240V unless you are licensed to do so.
- Safety is your top priority while at SparkCC. If you are not sure what to do, ask.
- Never use a tool or piece of equipment unless you understand how to use it safely.
- Some tools and equipment may only be used after completing an induction.
- Do not climb on furniture.
- Do not work when tired or in a hurry.
- Do not cause distractions, fool around, or startle anyone while either one of you is using a tool or piece of equipment.
- Fully enclosed shoes.
- Eye protection is recommended at all times around the CNC router and drill press.
- Hearing protection is recommended when power tools including the CNC router are in use.
- Wear suitable gloves when handling hot objects or sharp-edged items.
- Do not wear loose-fitting clothing around moving or rotating machinery.
- Remove ties, jewelry, lanyards, etc., when workign with moving or rotating machinery.
- Restrain long hair.
- Use tools and equipment as they are designed to be used.
- Never use broken tools or equipment. Report any broken tools or equipment...
- Keep fingers clear of the point of operation of machines by using appropriate implements such as push sticks, hooks, pliers, etc.
- Do not remove tools or equipment from the Makerspace.
- Do not leave powered tools or equipment unattended.
- Do not tamper with a tool’s safety features. Operate machinery according to recommended procedures and with safety guards in place, as applicable.