3D Printers Focus Sheet
Users of 3D printers at the University should understand the potential risks and adhere to the safety practices outlined in the 3D Printers Focus Sheet.
Ironwork SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments performing ironwork supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Ironwork Standard Operating Procedures (Word).
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
EH&S Safety Training Matrix for Shop Personnel
Use the EH&S Safety Training Matrix for Shop Personnel to determine the required and required and recommended safety training courses for UW faculty, staff and students who may be exposed to physical, chemical and fire hazards in academic support shops.
Access to Shops
Tablesaw SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments using a tablesaw supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Tablesaw Standard Operating Procedures (Word).
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
Lathe SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments using a lathe supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Lathe Standard Operating Procedures (Word).
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
Laser Cutter SOP Template
University departments, shops, and maker spaces use the updated Laser Cutter SOP Template (Word) to describe the standard operating procedures for safely using a laser cutter.
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
Grinding/Buffing SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments that perform grinding or buffing supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Grinding/Buffing Standard Operating Procedures (Word).
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
Bandsaw SOP Template
UW units/shops/departments using a bandsaw supplement their Shop Safety Plan with Bandsaw Standard Operating Procedures (Word).
Visit the Shop and Maker Space Safety webpage for more information.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The purpose of the personal protective equipment (PPE) program is to protect researchers, employees, students, and visitors from potential hazards in the work environment. However, eliminating hazards through engineering or administrative controls provides better and more consistent protection than relying on PPE alone. If PPE is necessary, it is best used with engineering and/or administrative controls along with good work practices.