CNC Safety

Machine must only be used inducted users and under the direct supervision of a Fabrication Lab Supervisor or approved Workshop Facilitator.

Eye Protection is provided and Must be worn whenever working in the CNC Pit.

Hearing Protection is provided and Must be worn whenever the Machine is cutting.

Gloves are provided for the manual handling material and or attaching/removing the tooling.

Pit roller door is to be open whenever machine is in operation

Pit Courtyard must be blocked off to the public before operation of machine.

Only One operator is inside the yellow safety line when machine is in operation.

No leaning on the machine when in operation.

Failure to observe these safety Guidelines and the directions of a Fabrication Lab Supervisor may lead to suspension of booking privileges

Safe Usage of the CNC Pit

The Edge staff supervisor to be present at all times
A Hot Work Permit must be in place at all times
Machine be used by inducted participants only.
No person other than the operator or other authorized persons should be in the working area

Enclosed footwear must be worn at all times.
No loose or dangling jewelery or ID cards
Long hair or beards must be tied up
Avoid loose fitting clothing
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn when operating, supervising or observing the router in operation.
Manual handling of materials