Our hackerspace is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone. We do not tolerate harassment of participants in any form.
- Be respectful and inclusive
- Welcome newcomers
- Give constructive feedback
- Respect others' work and projects
- Follow safety guidelines
- Harassment, intimidation, or discrimination
- Disruptive behavior
- Theft or destruction of property
- Ignoring safety protocols
- Using equipment without proper training
Violations will result in membership review and potential termination.
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Safety First
- Follow all safety guidelines
- Wear appropriate PPE
- Report hazards immediately
- Don't use equipment you're not trained on
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Cleanliness
- Clean up after yourself
- Put tools back where you found them
- Take out trash when full
- Leave spaces better than you found them
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Respect Equipment
- Follow proper operating procedures
- Don't force tools
- Report damage immediately
- Complete required maintenance
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Respect Others
- Use headphones for audio
- Keep noise reasonable after 10pm
- Don't interrupt focused work
- Ask before touching others' projects
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Project Storage
- Label all projects with name and date
- Use designated storage areas
- Remove projects after 30 days notice
- Don't store hazardous materials
- Sign out tools in the tracking system
- Return tools within [timeframe]
- Return tools in clean, working condition
- Maximum [X] tools per member
- Members may bring guests
- Guests must sign waiver
- Members responsible for guest behavior
- Guests may not use equipment without member supervision
- Maximum [X] visits before membership required
Open Hours: [Your schedule]
24/7 Access: Available to members who have completed [requirements]
- After hours: Keep noise down
- Last person locks up
- Guests not allowed after hours
- Basic consumables (within reason)
- Cleaning supplies
- Safety equipment
- Project materials
- Specialty consumables
- Large quantities of materials
- Explosives
- Weapons
- Illicit substances
- Hazardous materials (without approval)
- Equipment donations must be approved
- Contact [person/committee] before bringing items
- Space reserves right to refuse donations
- Tax receipts available upon request
- Try to resolve directly
- Contact board member if needed
- Formal mediation available
- Board decision is final
See Membership Page for:
- Membership tiers
- Dues and payment
- Voting rights
- Responsibilities
- First offense: Warning
- Second offense: Suspension review
- Serious violations: Immediate suspension
- Appeals process available
- Evacuate immediately
- Call Emergency Services
- Don't re-enter
- Render first aid if trained
- Call Emergency Services
- Complete incident report
- Kit locations: [locations]
- AED location: [location]
- Emergency contacts posted
- Members must sign waiver
- Use equipment at your own risk
- Space liability coverage: [details]
- Report all incidents
These rules may be amended. Members will be notified of changes.
Questions? Contact [email/board]
Last Updated: 2025-12-03