Rules for the Faculty Shop

Card access issued to an individual is for the sole use by that individual only.

1) It is against University regulations to loan or give your Purdue identification card to anyone else to

gain access to the Faculty Shop. Persons caught loaning out their ID card will have their Shop access

revoked.

2) The doors to Rooms 40 and 41 must remain locked and closed at all times.

3) Do not open any of the doors to the Shop for anyone who may be trying to gain access without an ID card.

4) Safety glasses or goggles must be worn in the Shop at all times, next to the east doors.

5) Long hair must be tied back out of the way.

6) No long shirtsleeves allowed, however long shirtsleeves may be rolled up. No shorts, skirts, loose clothing, ties, or scarves are to be worn in the Shop.

7) Remove jewelry before entering the Shop.

8) Wear appropriate shoes in the Shop. No open toed sandals, wear shoes that give you a sure footing.

9) No gloves are allowed to be worn while operating machinery or equipment

10) Safe Conduct in the Shop:

•  Be aware of what's going on around you. For example, be careful not to bump into someone while they're cutting with the bandsaw (they could lose a finger!).

•  Concentrate on what you're doing. If you get tired, leave.

•  Don't hurry. If you catch yourself rushing, slow down.

•  Listen to the machine. If something doesn't sound right, turn the machine off.

11) Do not abuse the machinery or equipment; follow the guidelines that pertain to the speeds and feeds for the machinery, tools, and material being used.

12) Before you start the machine, study the machine. Know which parts move, which are stationary, and which are sharp. Double check that your workpiece is held securely. Remove chuck keys and wrenches.

13) Do not leave machines running unattended.

14) Clean up the machine or equipment, and the surrounding area by the end of the day. A dirty machine is unsafe and uncomfortable to work on.

15) Do not leave set-ups in a machine overnight.

16) Return all tools to their original places when you are finished with them.

17) Always use the Tool Sign-Out Sheet (located in the Tool Room) before taking any tools outside of the Shop.

Any person that deviates from the above rules will have their Shop access revoked.

Faculty Shop Hours: 7:30 am to 10:00 pm. Weekend machining has to be specially arranged.

Safety Training for access to Faculty Shop is required for all users.

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Rules for the Faculty Shop
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