Shop Safety Rules

Review and follow all guidelines in the OSU Shop Safety Instructions

Must use the “Buddy System”. If you are by yourself in the shop, your access will be terminated.
Never use machinery if you have not been properly trained and your knowledge of the machinery verified.
Report ALL injuries (even “minor”) to the main office (Gilmore 116) promptly!
Report ALL unsafe conditions, actions, or near-miss incidents to the main office immediately.
The use of alcohol or drugs prior to the use of shop machinery is strictly forbidden and is grounds for suspension or termination of shop access privileges. Be aware of other situations which may impair your ability to work safely, including illness, tiredness, stress, hurrying, or the use of medication that could make you drowsy.
No horseplay allowed. Do not distract anyone using equipment.
Only the operator may start and stop a machine. After a machine is turned off, the operator is required to stand by until it has stopped running.
ALWAYS wear closed-toe shoes.
ALWAYS wear eye protection: Wear safety glasses when using power-driven equipment. Wear face shield and safety glasses when using machines that may produce wood chips. Wear goggles if working with corrosive substances.
ALWAYS wear hearing protection when using powered equipment.
Restrain long, loose hair: Long, loose hair can easily be caught in revolving machinery and ripped out, causing serious scalp lacerations.
Remove jewelry and personal electronic equipment (bracelets, rings, chains, beads, headphones) as they can get caught in machinery.
Fasten or remove loose clothing. Loose clothing (such as overly large smocks or ties), torn clothing, etc., may get caught in equipment and cannot be worn. Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
Keep objects clear of machinery.
Never wear gloves when operating power-driven machinery as they may get caught in moving parts.
Never remove chips and shavings from machines with your bare hands. Always use a brush or a hook.
Clean up after yourself! Return tools to their appropriate location before you leave each day. Clean the areas and equipment of all sawdust to avoid fire hazards. If you leave a mess, your shop access will be suspended or terminated.
Allow machines to come to a complete stop and disconnect the power before oiling, cleaning, or adjusting.
Disconnect portable electric tools and appliances when not in use, when making adjustments, inserting cutters, bits, etc.
Properly unplug tools. When disconnecting an electric tool from and electrical outlet pull from the plug instead of from the wire.
Keep all machines and wiring in good repair and when possible avoid extension cords, which can pose a tripping hazard.
Inform the front office of any broken tools and equipment IMMEDIATELY.

Machine Specific Training - To operate any machinery in the facility, you must have received training specific to that machine and have documentation of this training on file in the BEE main office. Hands-on training includes the following:

Description and identification of the hazards associated with a particular machine.
Proper safety precautions when working with a particular machine.
Safeguards, protection they provide, and ensuring their presence before using a machine.
What to do if a damaged guard, missing part, unusual noise, etc., is noticed.
How to use emergency buttons and other measures when needed.
Maintenance and cleaning procedures.