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This page details the policies on carrying and creating weapons at Bellingham Makerspace. Firearms No type of firearm may be crafted at the Makerspace or with Makerspace tools. Firearm paraphernalia (e.g. holsters, engraved grips, etc.) may be c...

Bellingham Makerspace is committed to maintaining a creative community in which all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity. This policy applies to all within the Makerspace: employees, volunteers, members, and guests alike -- within our wa...

Fill out an Incident Report for injuries, equipment damage, property damage, and Code of Conduct infractions. If completing a paper version, send a photograph of the filled form to [email protected]  Once a report is submitted you will receive a ...

Fill out a Reinstatement Appeal form to request overturning decisions made regarding an Incident Report. If completing a paper version, send a photograph of the filled form to [email protected] Reinstatement Appeal process: Once an appeal is sub...

If you are a new member, orientation is mandatory. We do this in order to ensure that all members understand our safety procedures, the general layout of the shop, and who to contact if there's a problem. If you are a returning member (e.g., you paused or can...

Yes. Here's why: Our insurance carrier requires us to train members in our safety and security procedures. You may have used your tools, but you haven't used our tools in our shop. To ensure that everybody can safely use the tools, we need to make sure ev...

It shall be the policy of the Bellingham Makerspace to comply with all laws, whether Federal, State, or Local, with respect to the display, discussion, or provision to any party, formation which identifies an individual or provides sensitive personal informa...

Short answer: no. Long answer: Every single time we've tried this, it's ended with a ruined project and everybody frustrated. We simply cannot sign up, onboard, and train every member who walks in the door, help them with their project, and also expect to get...

When to use: Miter saws are used mostly for: cross cuts against the grain to cut thin material down to length Of the finished material. Safety:  Keep fingers at least 3” from the blade Make sure your piece is firmly held in place, against the fenc...

When to use: Jointers are used to make sure your board is true after using the planer. This is important to make sure your end result will be square and fit together properly. Safety:  Boards must be no shorter than 12” to use this tool A  push block mus...

When to use: This tool is used as a way to make a board true on both faces. This is a useful tool for cupped boards, and is also a good tool to create a smooth surface to start sanding from.  This tool is often used for cleaning up panels that have been glue...

When to use: The drill press is used when you need high accuracy with drilling holes, making plugs, or need more power then a hand drill can offer. A stop can be set easier then can be done on a hand drill.  Safety:  Make sure whatever you are drilling is...

When to use: When ripping boards (cutting along the grain). This can be done either to achieve desired widths, or as the final step in truing up a board. A fence is almost always used. Sleds and jigs can also be used with and without the fence on the table sa...

When to use: Band saws are great for curved cuts and very thin cuts. This tool is mostly used for smaller cuts and is one of the least accurate saws available.  Safety: Cuts that have a tight curve can make the blade bind, this should be avoided by notchi...

Proper personal protective equipment is non-negotiable, including Closed toed shoes while inside the woodshop Safety glasses or goggles are required when any tool is running in the shop No gloves while operating machinery  Dangling objects must be tied...

Exits There are two exterior exits on either side of the woodshop. There are also three exits into the common areas of the makerspace; one near the table saw, one near the wood storage area, and one near the metalworking area. First-aid There is a first aid...

The makerspace is organized into separate tool or interest areas. Each area has a focus on a specific area of expertise, and has tools, equipment, or resources associated with it. Every tool area has at least one area lead, and possibly tool champions and trai...

Because there are members who use the space at all different times of the day and night, we ask that you take some time before leaving to ensure that you have cleaned up and secured any tools or tool areas you were working in. If there are only one or two oth...

In order to become a member of the makerspace, you must: be at least 16 years of age (with parental consent), or 18 years in your own right agree to abide by makerspace rules and policies, including the Code of Conduct not have had your membership previou...

These are the rules of Bellingham Makerspace. The board may amend these policies at any time by majority vote in two successive board meetings. These rules govern our members, and are supplemented by policies that apply to all members, guests, and visitors. ...