Policy/Space Rules

These rules exist to making working in the space pleasant.

Housekeeping

• No sleeping or living in the space. Naps are OK.
• No cooking food beyond what a reasonable person would do in a work break room. Hot Pockets are OK; a three-course dinner is not.
• No smoking/vaping in the space or within 25 feet of the space entrances.
  • Discard cigarette butts in specified receptacles; There is one at the very back of the Garvin building near the dumpsters
• No pets in the space unless they're service animals.
• No bikes in the main area of the space unless they're being used for a project. Otherwise, secure all bikes at an outdoor bike rack.
• When finished with a work area, please make sure it is neat and tidy (even if it wasn't before) so that someone else can work there.
  • This goes for the break areas as well. Put back all condiments, make sure all drink cans, paper plates, and utensils are disposed of properly, etc.
• If you make a mess or cause a spill, you are expected to clean it up.
• No abandoning property at the space. If you want to donate something, talk to the Board of Directors.
  • Abandoned property becomes the property of Hacksburg after 48 hours, and may be summarily disposed of as the Board of Directors sees fit.
• If leaving the space for more than 30 minutes, the space must be returned to the original or better condition before departure
  • All equipment must be turned off before leaving the space for any duration with the exception of 3D printers or computer equipment. Exceptions may be approved by the safety officer on a case-by-case basis and will be explained in the training for that equipment.

Equipment Policies

• You are expected to follow safety policies for equipment at all times. If you don't know them, ask before you use the equipment. Incidents caused by a failure to follow safety policy will be dealt with severely.
• All tools & equipment must be returned to its designated storage location when finished or before leaving the space.
• All wood and equipment in the woodshop must be within the caution tape once finished.

Be considerate

Remember, people are here to work.

• When doing anything involving loud noise, warn people first.
• Don't crowd people when they're trying to work. Jostling them while handling a Dremel, for instance, will not end well.
• People may not be in the mood to socialize while working. If they're not, respect that. Not doing so may constitute harassment.
  • Additionally, keep loud conversations to a minimum in the space while others are working.
• No bothering other people's projects unless they give you permission. Doing so may constitute harassment.
• Be aware of the space you’re taking up, and adapt as other people enter or leave the space. For example, if you’re using a lot of table space when no other members are present, proactively move your items to use less space when other members arrive.