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Safety

In fabrication we spend our time making parts and working with machines. To be a member of fabrication you have to pass a series of safety tests. These tests are to make sure that students know the safety mechanisms of the machines, and how to avoid injury. All tests will be completed in canvas. ALL SAFETY TESTS MUST BE COMPLETED WITH 100% BEFORE YOU CAN OPERATE ANY MACHINERY

General Lab Safety

General lab safety covers the basics of safety this includes

  • Always wear safety glasses

  • Do not wear jewelry, etc., long sleeves (pull up your sleeves), or loose clothing

  • If you have long hair, tie it back - it needs to be so no hair dangles down

  • Always know how to operate a machine before operating one yourself

  • No operating machines without a mentor or adult in the shop

  • Complete all safety tests before using any machines

  • Always ask questions if you have any

  • Do not wear gloves unless told to for certain machines or tasks

  • Always be focussed on the machine when running it

  • No running in the shop

  • Wear ear protection as needed

  • Talk to a lead or mentor if there is a problem with a machine

  • Help or correct others if they are making a mistake - you will be helping them be safe