Difference between revisions of "Vented Room"
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'''Step-By-Step Process for Using the Vented Room''' | '''Step-By-Step Process for Using the Vented Room''' | ||
− | * Use the Sign In Sheet | + | *'''Projects left over 36 hours will be subject to removal from the area''' |
− | * Set fan and timer | + | |
+ | *Use the Sign In Sheet | ||
+ | *Set fan and timer | ||
*Sign in with QR code | *Sign in with QR code | ||
− | *Setup paper | + | * Setup paper |
*Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) | *Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) | ||
*Put away all holding stands and materials after the final coat | *Put away all holding stands and materials after the final coat | ||
− | *Absolutely no paint or finishing materials left out, ever | + | * Absolutely no paint or finishing materials left out, ever |
*Remove workpiece as soon as dry | *Remove workpiece as soon as dry | ||
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'''Rules for the Vented Room''' | '''Rules for the Vented Room''' | ||
− | + | cluding spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room | |
− | *Review the Safety Data | + | *Review the Safety Data She |
− | *SDS information is | + | t (SDS) information of unknown products before use |
− | *Do not bring dangerous | + | *SDS information is availab |
− | *Must be continuously | + | e via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet |
− | *Take frequent fresh air | + | *Do not bring dangerous che |
+ | icals to the makerspace | ||
+ | *Must be continuously venti | ||
+ | ated during occupied hours | ||
+ | *Take frequent fresh air br | ||
+ | aks while painting | ||
*Leave painted areas if you experience eye watering, headaches, dizziness, or breathing problems | *Leave painted areas if you experience eye watering, headaches, dizziness, or breathing problems | ||
− | *Turn on the timer and | + | *Turn on the timer and leav |
− | *When done, leave timer on | + | the door closed while in use |
− | *Use the correct PPE when | + | *When done, leave timer on |
− | *Before you start to use | + | o continue ventilating the room properly |
− | *Clean your entire area | + | *Use the correct PPE when y |
− | *Do not leave anything out | + | u’re painting. Items such as a spray painting mask, and gloves are vital |
+ | *Before you start to use yo | ||
+ | r spray cans, make sure that you store them away from heat and fire. The aerosols are highly combustible, and will cause a lot of damage and potentially a lot of harm | ||
+ | *Clean your entire area aft | ||
+ | r your job is complete; including, but not limited to, tables, walls, floors, cabinets, all materials put away | ||
+ | *Do not leave anything out | ||
+ | ong term | ||
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+ | ==Equipment List== | ||
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==Equipment List== | ==Equipment List== | ||
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|<br>'''Exhaust fan'''<br><br> | |<br>'''Exhaust fan'''<br><br> | ||
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|'''Flammable material<br>storage cabinet''' | |'''Flammable material<br>storage cabinet''' | ||
− | | 43" wide | + | |43" wide |
18" deep | 18" deep | ||
65" tall | 65" tall | ||
− | | A&A SHEET METAL PRODUCTS, INC., | + | |A&A SHEET METAL PRODUCTS, INC., |
model number A245 | model number A245 | ||
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adjustable height,<br> | adjustable height,<br> | ||
on wheels | on wheels | ||
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(Mathew Palfenier) | (Mathew Palfenier) | ||
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:Review SDS information of unknown products before use. SDS available [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Tt_gtHYF7himKy2lNIdiUzButwbBVWlP/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100083100224773113376&rtpof=true&sd=true here] and via QR code in hazardous chemical storage. | :Review SDS information of unknown products before use. SDS available [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Tt_gtHYF7himKy2lNIdiUzButwbBVWlP/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100083100224773113376&rtpof=true&sd=true here] and via QR code in hazardous chemical storage. | ||
:Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the space. | :Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the space. | ||
− | : Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the flammables cabinet in the Vented Room. | + | :Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the flammables cabinet in the Vented Room. |
:Do not paint indoors. | :Do not paint indoors. | ||
Revision as of 19:57, 28 October 2024
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a vented, well-lit room for painting and staining, and so forth.
Our Vented Room is roughly 14 x 6.5 sq. ft. (730 cu. ft.)
It is for all our members to use without any additional required training (Level 1).
Reservations are required.
Vented Room Check-in and Reservation
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
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
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.
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.
Eye Wash Stations
- Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
- Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.
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.
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.
Training
Step-By-Step Process for Using the Vented Room
- Projects left over 36 hours will be subject to removal from the area
- Use the Sign In Sheet
- Set fan and timer
- Sign in with QR code
- Setup paper
- Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Put away all holding stands and materials after the final coat
- Absolutely no paint or finishing materials left out, ever
- Remove workpiece as soon as dry
Rules for the Vented Room
cluding spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room
- Review the Safety Data She
t (SDS) information of unknown products before use
- SDS information is availab
e via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet
- Do not bring dangerous che
icals to the makerspace
- Must be continuously venti
ated during occupied hours
- Take frequent fresh air br
aks while painting
- Leave painted areas if you experience eye watering, headaches, dizziness, or breathing problems
- Turn on the timer and leav
the door closed while in use
- When done, leave timer on
o continue ventilating the room properly
- Use the correct PPE when y
u’re painting. Items such as a spray painting mask, and gloves are vital
- Before you start to use yo
r spray cans, make sure that you store them away from heat and fire. The aerosols are highly combustible, and will cause a lot of damage and potentially a lot of harm
- Clean your entire area aft
r your job is complete; including, but not limited to, tables, walls, floors, cabinets, all materials put away
- Do not leave anything out
ong term
Equipment List
===Ven
Equipment List
Vented Room Equipment
Item | Description | Manufacturer | Resources |
Exhaust fan |
with 4-hour timer | ||
Flammable material storage cabinet |
43" wide
18" deep 65" tall |
A&A SHEET METAL PRODUCTS, INC.,
model number A245 |
|
storage cabinet |
metal (grey) | ||
storage cabinet |
metal, with key (tan) | ||
Table 1 | 68"x 34" table, adjustable height, |
PPM
(Mathew Palfenier) |
|
Table 2 | 73"x 34" table, adjustable height, |
PPM
(Mathew Palfenier) |
|
Equipment Reservations
- Use of the Vented Room REQUIRES a reservation.
- Must reserve the Vented Room at least 2 hours in advance.
- DO NOT leave projects in the room more than 12 hours.
- Any projects left more than 12 hours will be subject to removal.
- If at all possible, limit your use of the vented room to ONE table.
- Use this form to sign in (No more paper)
Hand Tools
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Benefits
- PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
- (bring proof of membership)
Company | Website | Benefit | Directions to |
Woodcraft of Colorado Springs | 10% discount | 4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway | |
CO Lumber Specialties | 10% discount | 3636 Stone Avenue | |
GENERAL AIR | 10% discount | 3031 N Nevada Ave. | |
ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens | 10% discount | 1830 W Uintah Street | |
- Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts
- Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers
- At home LightBurn subscriptions can be purchased at a discounted rate for being a PPM member.
- The discount code is saved as a Pinned Message in our 'laser-cutter' channel in Slack.
Policies
Materials
Safety Data Sheets
- Review SDS information of unknown products before use. SDS available here and via QR code in hazardous chemical storage.
- Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the space.
- Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the flammables cabinet in the Vented Room.
- Do not paint indoors.
Red Tags
- If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tags-issues
- This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.
Related Pages
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #general
- List of all PPM Slack channels
- Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.