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Members keep Artisan’s Asylum running. We staff the front desk, service the machines, hold the free workshops, build the workbenches, vote in the board and bylaw elections, and march under the banner in parades. Your responsibility: joyfully participate! Start by keeping the shops, social area, multipurpose rooms, and kitchenette cleaner than you found them. | Members keep Artisan’s Asylum running. We staff the front desk, service the machines, hold the free workshops, build the workbenches, vote in the board and bylaw elections, and march under the banner in parades. Your responsibility: joyfully participate! Start by keeping the shops, social area, multipurpose rooms, and kitchenette cleaner than you found them. | ||
==About this Guide== | ==About this Guide== | ||
This guide is meant to help you get acclimated to our space and our community. Members made this guide to help you find the resources and information you need to make the most of the opportunities in our community. It is not a rulebook or policy document, nor does it cover everything. For example, there are still specific shop safety rules you must learn before working in the community shops, and situations you may find yourself in not covered by this guide. We hope that reading this will be the first in many steps for you to participate as fully as possible at Artisan’s Asylum. | This guide is meant to help you get acclimated to our space and our community. Members made this guide to help you find the resources and information you need to make the most of the opportunities in our community. It is not a rulebook or policy document, nor does it cover everything. For example, there are still specific shop safety rules you must learn before working in the community shops, and situations you may find yourself in not covered by this guide. We hope that reading this will be the first in many steps for you to participate as fully as possible at Artisan’s Asylum. | ||
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===Why is this guide on the wiki? What is the wiki?=== | ===Why is this guide on the wiki? What is the wiki?=== | ||
The public wiki serves as a supplement to our website. | The public wiki serves as a supplement to our website. The Wiki is being used primarily for | ||
shop rules, how the space is maintained, detailed tool listings and documentation, troubleshooting procedures, and other varied dynamic documents (e.g. project outlines). To find other sources of information check [[What Information Goes Where]]. The Wiki is constantly updated to reflect our growing and changing organization. Anyone can read this wiki, but to edit a page you need to create an account. | |||
=Access and Security= | =Access and Security= | ||
For Monthly Members: | For Monthly Members: | ||
*A huge part of both safety and security here at the Asylum is knowing who is in the building. For this reason, '''please badge in | *A huge part of both safety and security here at the Asylum is knowing who is in the building. For this reason, '''please badge in every time you walk in.''' | ||
*When Artisan's Asylum is locked your RFID | *When Artisan's Asylum is locked your RFID fob will let you in the front door | ||
*'''Never''' let in anyone whose RFID | *'''Never''' let in anyone whose RFID fob does not open the front door.''' | ||
==Visitors and Guests== | ==Visitors and Guests== | ||
''Non-member guests are permitted in the Asylum so long as they do not use Asylum equipment or shared areas or interfere with other members. Guests and their actions are the sole responsibility of the host member. | ''Non-member guests are permitted in the Asylum so long as they do not use Asylum equipment or shared areas or interfere with other members. Guests and their actions are the sole responsibility of the host member. | ||
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=General Safety= | =General Safety= | ||
*'''If there is an emergency call 911''' | *'''If there is an emergency call 911''' | ||
*Be familiar with the [https://wiki.artisansasylum.com/ | *Be familiar with the [https://wiki.artisansasylum.com/wiki/Main_Page#Buildings Floor plan]. Know where the the nearest exits, first aid kits, eyewash stations are at all times. | ||
*Be familiar with the locations of fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull stations; there is a fire alarm pull station at every fire exit and nearby fire extinguisher | *Be familiar with the locations of fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull stations; there is a fire alarm pull station at every fire exit and nearby fire extinguisher | ||
*In the event of a fire/smoke emergency do not hesitate to sound the alarm and exit the building immediately. | *In the event of a fire/smoke emergency do not hesitate to sound the alarm and exit the building immediately. | ||
*Flammables: No liquid fuel is permitted in the building. If you have solvents, paints or other volatile liquids you need to store them in the flammables cabinet | *Flammables: No liquid fuel is permitted in the building. If you have solvents, paints or other volatile liquids you need to store them in the flammables cabinet in the finishing room. | ||
=Working in the Shops= | =Working in the Shops= | ||
'''Respect the Equipment''' | '''Respect the Equipment''' | ||
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*Only put leftover material in the scrap bin if you know it to be truly useful | *Only put leftover material in the scrap bin if you know it to be truly useful | ||
*Whether you’re finished for the day or just finished for now, clean up completely. Then clean up 10% more! | *Whether you’re finished for the day or just finished for now, clean up completely. Then clean up 10% more! | ||
==The Kitchenette== | ==The Kitchenette== | ||
*Tea, coffee and related beverages and accessories are | *Tea, coffee and related beverages and accessories are stocked in the kitchens of each building. | ||
*Anything you leave out in the kitchen area will be considered common, including your dishes. | *Anything you leave out in the kitchen area will be considered common, including your dishes. | ||
*Treat this space like a shared kitchen with lots of roommates: it is expected that you clean your dishes immediately. | *Treat this space like a shared kitchen with lots of roommates: it is expected that you clean your dishes immediately. | ||
===Fridge Etiquette=== | ===Fridge Etiquette=== | ||
We have refrigerators in the | We have refrigerators in the kitchens. It is up to you to put your name and the date on your food (including frozen food) | ||
*Unlabeled, super old or stinky food will be thrown away without abandon or possibly turned into artwork. | *Unlabeled, super old or stinky food will be thrown away without abandon or possibly turned into artwork. | ||
*If it’s unlabeled and looks delicious it might be considered fair game. | *If it’s unlabeled and looks delicious it might be considered fair game. | ||
==Trash and Recycling== | ==Tidy Space Policy== | ||
*Our [[Tidy Space Policy]] helps us make sure our shared space stays fire code and ADA compliant, clean and safe. This policy covers etiquette and procedure when it comes to all of your stuff- incoming, in shared space and rental and storage space. | |||
===Trash and Recycling=== | |||
* With over 250 members, 150 spaces, and 168 hours a week we generate a lot of waste. In order for the system to work, '''all members need to be involved!''' | * With over 250 members, 150 spaces, and 168 hours a week we generate a lot of waste. In order for the system to work, '''all members need to be involved!''' | ||
* The [[Waste_disposal]] page has detailed information | * The [[Waste_disposal]] page has detailed information | ||
==Janitorial | ===Janitorial Items=== | ||
*Need soap, paper goods, trash liners, cleaning supplies, a mop? Find this in XXX | *Need soap, paper goods, trash liners, cleaning supplies, a mop? Find this in XXX | ||
*Pro-tip: Try Inmates friend - mix of Borax, sawdust and water. Already mixed in a bin - great for sweeping up the concrete floors! Really shines them up. Please re-fill when empty. | *Pro-tip: Try Inmates friend - mix of Borax, sawdust and water. Already mixed in a bin - great for sweeping up the concrete floors! Really shines them up. Please re-fill when empty. | ||
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==Hazardous Waste Disposal== | ==Hazardous Waste Disposal== | ||
There are red bins in the | There are red bins in the Antwerp Finishing room that can be used for disposal of rags and other flammable materials. | ||
==Scrap Bins & Curated Cruft== | ==Scrap Bins & Curated Cruft== | ||
Our wood and metal scrap bins are prolific for scrap material to work on. We also have a | Our wood and metal scrap bins are prolific for scrap material to work on. We also have a Cruft area in each building, a spot designated for people to leave items for free they no longer want but still may have a value to someone else. | ||
[[Category: Policies]] | [[Category: Policies]] | ||
Revision as of 14:36, 20 March 2024
About Artisan's Asylum
Welcome to membership at Artisan’s Asylum! Founded in 2010, this community’s purpose is to provide the tools and the inspiration makers need. Since the beginning, we’ve been a member-run organization that places strong value on inclusion and transparency. As a not-for-profit, at any one time we have only maintain a small staff, none of whom, as it turns out, is a janitor. For more, see Our History
Members keep Artisan’s Asylum running. We staff the front desk, service the machines, hold the free workshops, build the workbenches, vote in the board and bylaw elections, and march under the banner in parades. Your responsibility: joyfully participate! Start by keeping the shops, social area, multipurpose rooms, and kitchenette cleaner than you found them.
About this Guide
This guide is meant to help you get acclimated to our space and our community. Members made this guide to help you find the resources and information you need to make the most of the opportunities in our community. It is not a rulebook or policy document, nor does it cover everything. For example, there are still specific shop safety rules you must learn before working in the community shops, and situations you may find yourself in not covered by this guide. We hope that reading this will be the first in many steps for you to participate as fully as possible at Artisan’s Asylum.
This guide is an additional resource that pairs best with the in person New Member Orientation session. Sign up for the next one.
Why is this guide on the wiki? What is the wiki?
The public wiki serves as a supplement to our website. The Wiki is being used primarily for shop rules, how the space is maintained, detailed tool listings and documentation, troubleshooting procedures, and other varied dynamic documents (e.g. project outlines). To find other sources of information check What Information Goes Where. The Wiki is constantly updated to reflect our growing and changing organization. Anyone can read this wiki, but to edit a page you need to create an account.
Access and Security
For Monthly Members:
- A huge part of both safety and security here at the Asylum is knowing who is in the building. For this reason, please badge in every time you walk in.
- When Artisan's Asylum is locked your RFID fob will let you in the front door
- Never let in anyone whose RFID fob does not open the front door.
Visitors and Guests
Non-member guests are permitted in the Asylum so long as they do not use Asylum equipment or shared areas or interfere with other members. Guests and their actions are the sole responsibility of the host member. - From the Policies and Procedures in the Membership Agreement
- You’ll need to arrange to meet your visitors at the front desk. They must be accompanied by their member host at all times.
- Guests cannot be in any of the shop areas, cannot use any equipment including hand tools, or Asylum computers
- A day pass or membership for your guest must be purchased if they want to help you in the shops (on tools for which they must be trained and tested)
- If you have a food delivery coming, be available to receive it.
General Safety
- If there is an emergency call 911
- Be familiar with the Floor plan. Know where the the nearest exits, first aid kits, eyewash stations are at all times.
- Be familiar with the locations of fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull stations; there is a fire alarm pull station at every fire exit and nearby fire extinguisher
- In the event of a fire/smoke emergency do not hesitate to sound the alarm and exit the building immediately.
- Flammables: No liquid fuel is permitted in the building. If you have solvents, paints or other volatile liquids you need to store them in the flammables cabinet in the finishing room.
Working in the Shops
Respect the Equipment
- A lot is at stake in the shops. Wake up! Use methodical care around tools
- Use only tools you are trained and tested on
- If you don’t remember how to do something, ask someone!
- Return tools to their starting position when done
A must read is our Shop Safety and Etiquette page before working in the shops.
Respect the Shared Space
- Plan your storage needs in advance. If you need storage space, see the section on storage space below.
- Put your trash in the dumpster
- Only put leftover material in the scrap bin if you know it to be truly useful
- Whether you’re finished for the day or just finished for now, clean up completely. Then clean up 10% more!
The Kitchenette
- Tea, coffee and related beverages and accessories are stocked in the kitchens of each building.
- Anything you leave out in the kitchen area will be considered common, including your dishes.
- Treat this space like a shared kitchen with lots of roommates: it is expected that you clean your dishes immediately.
Fridge Etiquette
We have refrigerators in the kitchens. It is up to you to put your name and the date on your food (including frozen food)
- Unlabeled, super old or stinky food will be thrown away without abandon or possibly turned into artwork.
- If it’s unlabeled and looks delicious it might be considered fair game.
Tidy Space Policy
- Our Tidy Space Policy helps us make sure our shared space stays fire code and ADA compliant, clean and safe. This policy covers etiquette and procedure when it comes to all of your stuff- incoming, in shared space and rental and storage space.
Trash and Recycling
- With over 250 members, 150 spaces, and 168 hours a week we generate a lot of waste. In order for the system to work, all members need to be involved!
- The Waste_disposal page has detailed information
Janitorial Items
- Need soap, paper goods, trash liners, cleaning supplies, a mop? Find this in XXX
- Pro-tip: Try Inmates friend - mix of Borax, sawdust and water. Already mixed in a bin - great for sweeping up the concrete floors! Really shines them up. Please re-fill when empty.
Flammables Storage
Artisan’s provides several flammables cabinets for members to safely store flammables. Take advantage of this resource and save space in your studio. If you do need to store flammables in your studio make sure they are in facilities approved containers.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
There are red bins in the Antwerp Finishing room that can be used for disposal of rags and other flammable materials.
Scrap Bins & Curated Cruft
Our wood and metal scrap bins are prolific for scrap material to work on. We also have a Cruft area in each building, a spot designated for people to leave items for free they no longer want but still may have a value to someone else.
