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=== Member Code of Conduct ===
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1.      Make things, not rules.
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''Don’t be the reason we have to make a rule.''
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2.      Thoroughly Safe.
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''Always use proper PPE and keep the environment clean. Do not use equipment you are not trained on or comfortable operating. Inspect tools for damage before use, and never be in a rush when making.''
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3.      Leave it better.
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''After cleanup and putting away tools, spend 5 minutes improving the space before you go.''
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4.      See something, say something.
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''Always speak up if you see a tool being misused or someone endangering themselves/others. Report all equipment issues using red tags, whiteboards, Slack, or tell an Area Leader or Director.''
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5.      KIND HUMAN.
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''Never miss an opportunity to be kind. Unique life experiences and points of view fuel innovation and creates an atmosphere where all Makers feel welcome and included.''
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If you agree to live up to these expectations, please proceed.
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===Instructions for New Member Orientation Guide===
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*Each new member must be given a safety orientation before being allowed to handle any PPM owned equipment. As the instructor, it is your responsibility to check off all items on this list as evidence that the new member has received the information.
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*If a member arrives late to training, their New Member Orientation class is not considered complete. (at instructor's discretion).
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*To receive orientation: Members must have created recurring payments for membership dues in Join It, accepted Safety Waiver, and paid the $10 card deposit.
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*After orientation: RFID cards can be handed out.
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----New Members regarding registration, paperwork & payment:
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*Must have signed up in Join It - will ask them for payment and to sign the safety waiver - (required as first step!)
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*Received (a copy of or told how to access in Slack) the PPM General Rules and Policies.
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*NOTE: Join It is used as our Membership Management system, Stripe is used to collect recurring payments, and Meetup is used to schedule and pay for classes (via PayPal).
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New Members regarding physical space rules:
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*Explained the following on how physical access to the makerspace works:
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**RFID (card access; lost or stolen incurs $10 fee for second offense)
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**Last One Out Rules -> See checklist on front door for full list with instructions.
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***Pin front and back garage doors, turn off marked lights, turn off air compressor, dust collector, laser exhaust, among other things.
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*ANYONE who comes into the space is REQUIRED to fill out and sign the Safety Waiver (www.bit.ly/ppmwaiver).
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*Been made aware that anyone who is not a verified member is NOT allowed in the makerspace.
 +
*Been explained about private workbenches and private desks and how they must stay clear of those spaces.
 +
*Been made aware of the physical address of the makerspace just in case members need to call 911.
 +
*Been told to not leave any messes in any workspace. (Anything without a name can be tossed!)    
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New Members regarding safety:
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*where the exits are located; where fire escape route out of the makerspace and assembly location is in case of an emergency. In addition, escape routes must be unobstructed and free of clutter.
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*where the fire extinguishers are located.
 +
*where hazardous chemicals are stored.
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*where the first aid supplies and safety supplies cabinet are located.
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*where the eye wash station is located.
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*Covid-19 measures: clean work spaces (tables, tools, computers, etc) after use. (show location of cleaning supplies)
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*report any injuries to directors and report if a tool is broken. (via red tag process or Slack)
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New Members regarding communication, classes, and in-space computer rules:
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*Meetup is where they can sign up for required Level 2 and 3 training classes on equipment.
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*Explained the following about the makerspace computers:
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**Members are not given personal logins or passwords; backup work on an external storage device.
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**Computers get cleaned out weekly; not responsible for any personal information stored on the computers.
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**Please use computers for professional use (no inappropriate content please!).
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*Slack is our official communication solution for the makerspace.
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**Members receive an automatic email asking to join our workspace; take time at orientation to get set up if needed.
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**Go over what each public channel is meant for. (#public, #random, #showcase, #job-board, etc.)
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**Identify where they can find important information/documents in Slack. (“Pinned” files)
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**Introduce #general workflows to raise issues and request materials/equipment.
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**Been made aware that we are a volunteer-run organization; volunteers PAY to be here! Not one person is responsible to monitor space 24/7 (including phone, email, etc.) which is why Slack is vital to our member service.                 

Revision as of 00:28, 3 December 2021

Safety First

Members must know the following information:

In case of emergency, call 911.
Our physical location is:
735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
use this when ordering pizza or an ambulance
  • Emergency sign

    IN CASE OF
    EMERGENCY
    sign

PPM Fire Escape Plan

Fire Escape Plan maps are posted throughout the Makerspace.
There are 7 fire extinguishers on the fire escape plan map. Review the PPM Fire Escape Plan for locations.
  • PPM Emergency Evacuation Plan 040721

    PPM Emergency
    Evacuation Plan.pdf

  • PPM Fire Prevention Plan 0407022

    PPM Fire
    Prevention Plan.pdf

  • PPM Fire Escape Plan

    PPM Fire Escape
    Plan

First Aid

There is a FIRST AID Supply Cabinet in our Kitchen Area.
FIRST AID Kits are available in four areas: the Kitchen, Metal Shop, Wood Shop and CNC Room.
  • FIRST AID Supply Cabinet

    FIRST AID
    Supply Cabinet

  • FIRST AID kit

    FIRST AID
    Kit

Eye Wash Stations

Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.
  • EMERGENCY EYE & FACE WASH STATION

    Emergency
    Eye & Face Wash
    Station

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.
  • SAFETY GOGGLES

    Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hazardous Chemicals

All hazardous chemicals must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room.
Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information of unknown products before use.
SDS information is available via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet or this spreadsheet.
Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the makerspace.
Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the hazardous chemical storage cabinet in the Vented Room.
Please DO NOT paint indoors.
  • flammables cabinet

    Flammables Cabinet
    in the Vented Room



Impairment

The use of PPM equipment requires you to be alert, attentive, and focused.
Do not use any PPM work area, or any PPM tools, if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Member Code of Conduct

1.      Make things, not rules.

Don’t be the reason we have to make a rule.

2.      Thoroughly Safe.

Always use proper PPE and keep the environment clean. Do not use equipment you are not trained on or comfortable operating. Inspect tools for damage before use, and never be in a rush when making.

3.      Leave it better.

After cleanup and putting away tools, spend 5 minutes improving the space before you go.

4.      See something, say something.

Always speak up if you see a tool being misused or someone endangering themselves/others. Report all equipment issues using red tags, whiteboards, Slack, or tell an Area Leader or Director.

5.      KIND HUMAN.

Never miss an opportunity to be kind. Unique life experiences and points of view fuel innovation and creates an atmosphere where all Makers feel welcome and included.

If you agree to live up to these expectations, please proceed.

Instructions for New Member Orientation Guide

  • Each new member must be given a safety orientation before being allowed to handle any PPM owned equipment. As the instructor, it is your responsibility to check off all items on this list as evidence that the new member has received the information.
  • If a member arrives late to training, their New Member Orientation class is not considered complete. (at instructor's discretion).
  • To receive orientation: Members must have created recurring payments for membership dues in Join It, accepted Safety Waiver, and paid the $10 card deposit.
  • After orientation: RFID cards can be handed out.

New Members regarding registration, paperwork & payment:

  • Must have signed up in Join It - will ask them for payment and to sign the safety waiver - (required as first step!)
  • Received (a copy of or told how to access in Slack) the PPM General Rules and Policies.
  • NOTE: Join It is used as our Membership Management system, Stripe is used to collect recurring payments, and Meetup is used to schedule and pay for classes (via PayPal).

New Members regarding physical space rules:

  • Explained the following on how physical access to the makerspace works:
    • RFID (card access; lost or stolen incurs $10 fee for second offense)
    • Last One Out Rules -> See checklist on front door for full list with instructions.
      • Pin front and back garage doors, turn off marked lights, turn off air compressor, dust collector, laser exhaust, among other things.
  • ANYONE who comes into the space is REQUIRED to fill out and sign the Safety Waiver (www.bit.ly/ppmwaiver).
  • Been made aware that anyone who is not a verified member is NOT allowed in the makerspace.
  • Been explained about private workbenches and private desks and how they must stay clear of those spaces.
  • Been made aware of the physical address of the makerspace just in case members need to call 911.
  • Been told to not leave any messes in any workspace. (Anything without a name can be tossed!)    

New Members regarding safety:

  • where the exits are located; where fire escape route out of the makerspace and assembly location is in case of an emergency. In addition, escape routes must be unobstructed and free of clutter.
  • where the fire extinguishers are located.
  • where hazardous chemicals are stored.
  • where the first aid supplies and safety supplies cabinet are located.
  • where the eye wash station is located.
  • Covid-19 measures: clean work spaces (tables, tools, computers, etc) after use. (show location of cleaning supplies)
  • report any injuries to directors and report if a tool is broken. (via red tag process or Slack)

New Members regarding communication, classes, and in-space computer rules:

  • Meetup is where they can sign up for required Level 2 and 3 training classes on equipment.
  • Explained the following about the makerspace computers:
    • Members are not given personal logins or passwords; backup work on an external storage device.
    • Computers get cleaned out weekly; not responsible for any personal information stored on the computers.
    • Please use computers for professional use (no inappropriate content please!).
  • Slack is our official communication solution for the makerspace.
    • Members receive an automatic email asking to join our workspace; take time at orientation to get set up if needed.
    • Go over what each public channel is meant for. (#public, #random, #showcase, #job-board, etc.)
    • Identify where they can find important information/documents in Slack. (“Pinned” files)
    • Introduce #general workflows to raise issues and request materials/equipment.
    • Been made aware that we are a volunteer-run organization; volunteers PAY to be here! Not one person is responsible to monitor space 24/7 (including phone, email, etc.) which is why Slack is vital to our member service.                 
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