diff --git a/do-not-be-on-fire.rst b/do-not-be-on-fire.rst index ba7187d..c1b6258 100644 --- a/do-not-be-on-fire.rst +++ b/do-not-be-on-fire.rst @@ -1,22 +1,16 @@ -Rule 0: Do Not Be On Fire +Rule 0: Do Not Be Unsafe ========================= +a.k.a. Do Not Be On Fire +--------------------------- -It is essential you use the Space safely as a responsible adult. +It is essential you use the Space safely as a responsible adult. Nottingham Hackspace abides by **The Health & Safety at Work Act**, and points out that you also have responsibilities under this legislation, such as taking reasonable care of others’ safety when operating tools and machinery. -Open flames are not permitted within the space, and are not covered by our insurance. +We encourage the **safe use of tools**. For tools requiring an induction the inductor will verify that you have undertaken an induction in line with the requirements for that specific tool. Use of a tool requiring an induction is expressly forbidden unless there is a record of your induction; where possible this will be maintained on HMS and via RFID access control. Usage of **any** tool self certifies that you are comfortable using the tool safely. We encourage members to challenge **unsafe storage** by other members. If you do not feel comfortable challenging a member, we welcome emails to the trustees@nottinghack.org.uk email address. -Wearing **safety gear** at the Hackspace is your own responsibility. We will provide appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and we ask if you notice any low supplies please email trustees@nottinghack.org.uk. - -We encourage the **safe use of tools**. For tools requiring an induction the inductor will verify that you have undertaken an induction in line with the requirements for that specific tool. Use of a tool requiring an induction is expressly forbidden unless there is a record of your induction; where possible this will be maintained on HMS and via RFID access. Usage of any tool self certifies that you are comfortable using the tool. - It is a member's obligation to **allow proper cooldown of their tools**. Tools that get hot should remain attended until they are cool enough to be touched. There is a **specific provision around welding tools**, which must be monitored for a full hour after use. -**Portable heaters are prohibited** in the Hackspace. - -Nottingham Hackspace abides by **The Health & Safety at Work Act**, and points out that you also have responsibilities under this legislation, such as taking reasonable care of others’ safety when operating tools and machinery. - When you are working on your own in the Hackspace, please take extra care when using potentially dangerous tools. In case of genuine emergencies you should ring the emergency services. The official address for the Hackspace is written on various posters and boards throughout the Hackspace. -If you have suffer an injury or near miss, you should report this using the `Near Miss and Accident Reporting Form `_. +If you have suffered an injury or near miss, you should report this using the `Near Miss and Accident Reporting Form `_. diff --git a/index.rst b/index.rst index a284917..27556f0 100644 --- a/index.rst +++ b/index.rst @@ -10,13 +10,13 @@ Welcome to the Nottingham Hackspace Rules. This contains the rules which every m There are nine core rules, -- Rule 0: `Do Not Be On Fire `_ +- Rule 0: `Do Not Be Unsafe `_ - Rule 1: `Membership of the Hackspace `_ - Rule 2: `Guests & Visitors `_ - Rule 3: `Be Excellent to One Another `_ - Rule 4: `Respect the Hackspace `_ - Rule 5: `Do Not Hack `_ -- Rule 6: `UK Legislation `_ +- Rule 6: `Prohibited Activities `_ - Rule 7: `Storage in the Hackspace `_ - Rule 8: `Donating Items to Nottingham Hackspace `_ @@ -40,13 +40,13 @@ Contributions to the rules are welcome. There are instructions on how to do this :maxdepth: 2 Definitions - Rule 0. Do Not Be On Fire + Rule 0. Do Not Be Unsafe Rule 1. Membership of the Hackspace Rule 2. Guests & Visitors Rule 3. Be Excellent to One Another Rule 4. Respect the Hackspace Rule 5. Do Not Hack - Rule 6. UK Legislation + Rule 6. Prohibited Activities Rule 7. Storage in the Hackspace Rule 8. Donating Items to Nottingham Hackspace Appendix A: Complaints Policy diff --git a/uk-legislation.rst b/uk-legislation.rst index df9155a..cd6e80e 100644 --- a/uk-legislation.rst +++ b/uk-legislation.rst @@ -1,4 +1,4 @@ -UK Legislation +Rule 6: Prohibited Activities ============== Whilst in the Hackspace you must abide by all applicable UK laws and legislation. This includes, but is not limited to: @@ -8,10 +8,15 @@ Whilst in the Hackspace you must abide by all applicable UK laws and legislation * Illegal activity such as bringing or making explosives and offensive weaponry into the Hackspace * Mishandling of items covered by the Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006 -Additionally Nottingham Hackspace will, at times, extend current legislation where we feel it benefits Nottingham Hackspace and its members. For this reason the following rules are in place: +Certain other activities are also prohibited in the space, generally as a result of conditions of our lease or our insurance. These include: -* **Vaping** (e.g. use of e-cigarettes) is not permitted inside the space. -* **Sleeping** will result in a permanent ban - we have a zero tolerance policy on this. Sleeping in the space jeopardises our lease agreement, breaches fire regulations and is a risk to your personal safety. -* **Safe Spaces** (Appendix B) policy must be followed at all times. +* **Vaping** (e.g. use of e-cigarettes) +* Use of **open flames** (e.g. blowtorches and other burners, candles etc.) +* Using **portable heaters** +* **Sleeping** in the space. This will result in a permanent ban - we have a zero tolerance policy on this. Sleeping in the space jeopardises our lease agreement, breaches fire regulations, and is a risk to your personal safety. + +If you aren't sure if something is permitted within the space, please clarify with someone beforehand. Remember - illegal or otherwise forbidden activity could lead to the Hackspace being forced to shut down. + +Our *Safe Spaces** (Appendix B) policy must be followed at all times. Property is left in the Hackspace at the owner’s risk, Nottingham Hackspace accepts no liability for lost or stolen items.