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Hackerspace Setup Plan

Phase Overview

Phase Focus Rough Timeline Taskmaster
0 — Foundation Legal entity, bank account, lease signed Now!
1 — Shell Clean, prepare for decoration, basic power and internet Day -14
2 — Core build Zones defined, key tools installed, storage in place Day -7
3 — Soft launch First members in, iterate on layout and rules Day -5
4 — Public launch Launch party, open membership, full operations Day 0
5 — Ongoing Expand tools, refine processes, grow community Day 1+

specific checklists are broken down by phase number, and then checklisted in order!

Zone Planning

Our space is divided into  into functional zones.  zoning prevents chaos and makes safety management possible, so please stick with them when planning!

Zone Purpose Key Requirements Taskmasters Team
Electronics bench Soldering, PCB work, prototyping Good lighting, ESD matting, fume extraction @superminaren
Fabrication 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC Extraction, fire suppression nearby, noise isolation if possible @superminaren
Workshop / heavy power tools dedicated power circuits, hard floor @superminaren
Kitchen feed the hackers fridge, sink, dishwasher, moccamaster

Chill / social Sofas, kitchen, whiteboard Near entrance, separate from noisy zones @erlern
Meeting / AV Area Talks, workshops, small events AV setup, moveable furniture, whiteboardable walls @claire
Server / comms Networking, servers, radio Locked, climate considered, cable access @koponen
@superminaren
Storage Member storage, shared materials, consumables Shelving, labelling system

Phase 1 - Task Overview

# Task Owner Support Status Notes
1.1 Initial site visit and condition report TBD All founding members ☐ Document everything with photos
1.2 Deep clean — floors, walls, surfaces TBD Everyone ☐ Hire industrial cleaner if needed
1.3 Waste and debris removal TBD TBD ☐
1.4 Power audit TBD TBD ☐ written report before any other electrical work
1.5 Circuit labelling TBD TBD ☐ Every breaker, every socket
1.6 Additional sockets / circuits TBD TBD ☐ Based on audit 
1.7 Lighting assessment and install TBD TBD ☐ Prioritise workshop and electronics areas
1.8 Internet — fibre install TBD TBD ☐ Lead time can be LONG
1.9 Basic networking (router, switch, Wi-Fi) TBD TBD ☐ Temporary setup is fine for Stage 1
1.10 Ventilation check TBD TBD ☐ Identify existing airflow; flag any blocked vents
1.11 Access control — primary entrance TBD TBD ☐ RFID or keypad minimum
1.12 Fire extinguishers installed TBD TBD ☐ At least CO2 + general; confirm placement
1.13 First aid kit TBD TBD ☐ Mounted, accessible, stocked
1.14 Safety signage TBD TBD ☐ Fire exit, first aid, no entry zones
1.15 Temporary storage (shelving / pallets) TBD TBD ☐ Enough to keep the floor clear
1.16 Phase 1 sign-off walkthrough TBD All board members ☐ Checklist walk, not a vibe check

Phase 2 - Task Overview

# Task Owner Support Status Notes
2.1 TBD TBD TBD ☐
2.2 TBD TBD TBD ☐
2.3 TBD TBD TBD ☐
2.4 TBD TBD TBD ☐  
2.5 TBD TBD TBD ☐
2.6 TBD TBD TBD ☐



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