Lathe Safety Class with Ray S.

Bellingham Makersapce is a volunteer run non-profit creative workshop that provides access to tools, education, technology, professional development, and a vibrant community of collaborative people.  Active membership, classes, and donations allow us to continue to provide the valuable resource to the community.  We encourage people to share their skills and interests through volunteering, teaching, or membership.

Bellingham Makerspace

An introduction to the Makerspace's Grizzly Wood Lathe, tools and safety standards. Class is required to use the lathe

The Wood Lathe Safety Class is a required class for BMS members who would like to use the wood lathe. We will go over our safety policies, emergency procedures and the safe, effective and conscientious use of our woodshop.We will discuss<ul><li>Parts of the lathe</li><li>Setup &amp; tool check to be done before operation</li><li>Safety rules</li><li>Dust collection</li><li>Cleanup and readying the tool for the next user.</li></ul>Makerspace members can use the wood lathe for personal projects after taking this class.This is NOT a wood working skills course, it is only focused on the safe operation of the tool in our makerspace wood shop.Class Length: 1 hourPrerequisites: NoneMin/max registrations: 1/2Instructor Bio: Taught by Bellingham Makerspace Wood Lathe Tool Champion and member of the Northwest Washington Woodturners, Ray Shields.Important InformationCOVID-19: To keep everyone safe; masks (can provide), hand sanitizing (at entrances), temperature checks and social distancing are encouraged at Makerspace. Maximum class size has been reduced to allow for social distancing.Class fees: All class fees include materials. If you are a current Bellingham Makerspace member or scheduled volunteer you may select the discounted member registration. Some instructors offer scholarship discounts and volunteers may be eligible for training discounts.Cancellations: All classes have a minimum number of participants. If the instructor specified number is not reached 24hrs before the class is scheduled to start, the class will be cancelled and any registrations refunded (Eventbrite fees are non refundable).Refund policy: You may request a refund from Eventbrite no later than 24hrs before the class starts (Eventbrite fees are non refundable). After that point instructors and participants are committed and we won't be able to provide any refunds.Other FAQs<ul><li>When and where to arrive? Please arrive 5-15min early for check-in. Park outside Dick's Sporting Goods. Enter the mall through Dick's, Makerspace is the first on the right.</li><li>What to bring/not to bring? For shop class personal safety, please wear closed-toe shoes, tie long hair back, and avoid any dangling jewelry or baggy clothing. Bring personal ear and eye protection if you want (we can provide).</li><li>Is there an age limit? All our classes are 18+ (14-18 with parental permission) unless otherwise indicated in the class description.</li><li>Other questions? Email us at info@bellinghammakerspace.org</li></ul>

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