Training

Which tools require training?

This question is not as straightforward as it sounds. Each member comes to the space with a varying level of experience, so while hand drills may not be on our list of tools that require training it is certainly feasible that some members will need training for safe and effective use of hand drills. With that said, the table below is our best effort at laying out which tools and equipment require safety training, and what constitutes as training. You should always seek help if you do not know how to use a tool. This is a learning space, and questions are always welcome.

Shop Space	Tool	Training Required	Class Available	Peer Training Available	Wiki Guidance Available
Wood Shop
	CNC Router	Yes	X		X
	Lathes	Yes	X		X
	Hand Tools	No		X
	All other Tools	Yes	X		X
Metal Shop
	Welders	Yes	X	X	X
	CNC Plasma Cutter	Yes	X	X	X
	Sandblast Cabinet	No		X	X
	Saws & Grinders	Yes	X	X	X
	Forming Tools	No	X	X	X
Blacksmithing
	Forge/Anvils	Yes	X	X	X
	Belt Sanders	Yes	X	X	X
	Ovens	Yes	X	X	X
Machine Shop
	Manual Bridgeport Mill	Yes		X
	Tormach	Yes		X
	CNC Bridgeport	Yes		X
	Lathes	Yes		X
Stained Glass
	All tools	No		X
Paint Areas
	All tools	No		X
3D Printing
	3D Printers	No	X	X	X
Laser Cutter
	C02 Laser	Yes	X	X	X
Textiles