Welding Shop
The welding shop consists of a 280 sq. ft room. It contains a Welding Table, MIG Welder, TIG Welder, Spot Welder, Plasma Cutter, Blasting Cabinet as well as a Fume Boom for ventilation. There is a first aid kit located on the east wall.
Safety Rules
These are the safety rules for the Welding Shop:
· Safety glasses must be worn at all times.
· No horseplay in the shop.
· Don’t do anything distracting to yourself or others while operating machinery.
· Do not wear any loose clothing, jewelry, or landyards.
· No open toed shoes.
· Hair will not extend bellow the collar.
· Gloves and helmet must be worn when welding.
· Food or drink is not allowed in the Welding Lab.
· Do not attempt to operate equipment that you have not been certified on by GFU engineering personnel.
· Do not argue with volunteers or shop staff. Contact Justin Johnson if you have issues that need to be resolved.
· Do not operate equipment without a shop supervisor or trained volunteer in the shop with you. Never operate equipment alone in the shop.
· Reset the space. Make the area you are working in ready for the next person using the dust broom.
· If you see a safety violation inform the person immediately and encourage them to comply with the policies.
· Don’t do anything that would require an additional rule to be added to this list.
Equipment