
Machines are provided for sharpening of drill bits. Users are required to sharpen all tools after use. Standard cutting tools (e.g., drill bits) are provided. If tools are damaged during a session, students are to immediately report this to a Learning Factory representative. Students are responsible for using these tools properly, cleaning them when done with their use, and returning them to the appropriate storage cabinet. Many resources within the Learning Factory are equipped with a dedicated set of precision tools. Tool Checkout and Resource Clean Up Procedures Clean up your own mess and return tools to their proper place.
PSU LEARNING FACTORY SAFETY QUIZ MANUALS
Instruction manuals for all machines are available upon request.All jewelry (rings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, etc.) must be removed.

Long hair must be tied back so that it will not fall into a machine or your work area.Over-the-ankle work shoes with steel toes are strongly recommended. Protective spats should be worn in the welding areas. Shoes must have closed toes, and cover the entire foot.Shorts, dresses, dangling or loose clothing will not be tolerated for safety reasons. Long pants, short sleeve shirts, and socks are required while in the shop area.Only students who have completed both the online and on-site safety trainings are permitted to work in the shop.It is preferred that students provide their own glasses, although some are available in the 313 Hammond Learning Factory for use while in the space. Safety glasses must have wrap-around side shields. OSHA approved safety glasses or goggles must be worn in all areas of Learning Factory.Hot work, non-powered tools, PPE, and power hand toolsįor everyone's protection, the following safety regulations must be observed while in the manufacturing shop of the Learning Factory:.Location of first aid resources within the Learning Factory.Location of available telephones within the Learning Factory and the phone numbers of emergency services.Location and use of the emergency power cut-off switches within the shop.Safety certification requires that all users of the facility have knowledge of the following: The on-site training must occur after successful completion of the online portion. The second must occur in the space for which you are being certified (313 Hammond or the Learning Factory on west campus). The first occurs online: you read the materials on this page, watch a video, and take an online quiz. There are two components to our Basic Safety Training. I.e., our training can not be used to replace training in other research and fabrication labs on campus. Note that Safety Training completed in the Learning Factory is valid only for work in the Learning Factory. For information on our additional training, see our Other Training page. You must have our basic Safety Training to use any of our spaces. All students in the College, with appropriate training, are eligible to use the facility. We provide access to a wide variety of tools and equipment, from hand tools to laser cutters, mills to an embroidery machine. We support coursework, research activities, and “passion projects” that interest our students, faculty, and staff. The Learning Factory spaces are the hands-on makerspaces for the College of Engineering. Safety Training for All Learning Factory Spaces
