It is essential you use the Space safely as a responsible adult. Nottingham Hackspace abides by The Health & Safety at Work Act, and points out that you also have responsibilities under this legislation, such as taking reasonable care of others’ safety when operating tools and machinery.
We encourage the safe use of tools. For tools requiring an induction the inductor will verify that you have undertaken an induction in line with the requirements for that specific tool. Use of a tool requiring an induction is expressly forbidden unless there is a record of your induction; where possible this will be maintained on HMS and via RFID access control. Usage of any tool self certifies that you are comfortable using the tool safely.
Tools must not be left unattended while in they are in use. You must be able to respond to hazards posed by the tool quickly and be within reach of its e-stop button (if present). There is a partial exception for 3D Printers - you must remain within the building and check on your print at least every hour.
Wearing safety gear at the Hackspace is your own responsibility. We will provide appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and we ask if you notice any low supplies please email trustees@nottinghack.org.uk.
We encourage members to challenge unsafe storage by other members. If you do not feel comfortable challenging a member, we welcome emails to the trustees@nottinghack.org.uk email address.
It is a member's obligation to allow proper cooldown of their tools. Tools that get hot should remain attended until they are cool enough to be touched. There is a specific provision around welding tools, which must be monitored for a full hour after use.
When you are working on your own in the Hackspace, please take extra care when using potentially dangerous tools. In case of genuine emergencies you should ring the emergency services. The official address for the Hackspace is written on various posters and boards throughout the Hackspace.
If you have suffered an injury or near miss, you should report this using the Near Miss and Accident Reporting Form.