Basic Makerspace Safety | Innevation Center

Safety is everyone’s responsibility – if you see something unsafe, it is your responsibility as a Maker to step in.

Personal safety

1. If ANY powered equipment is running, safety glasses and closed toed shoes must be worn on the far side of the black/yellow safety line.
   
2. Before operating ANY piece of equipment, review the hazard sheet for risks and required PPE (personal protective equipment) for that piece of equipment.
   
3. While operating powered tools or equipment: hair must be pulled back, no loose clothing can be worn, no other “danglies” may be worn, and closed toed shoes must be worn.
   
4. While operating rotating machinery (drill press, mill, lathe), no thick gloves may be worn.
   

   

Fire safety training

1. The laser cutter may only be used when someone that has had fire extinguisher training is present in the Makerspace.
   

   Fire extinguisher training must be done annually per OSHA…