Team Safety Rules
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Must wear safety glasses when working on the robot, when driving the robot,
when using tools or even if you are near tools being used
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One power tool or saw at a time - one student at a time
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A mentor must be present when power tools are being used
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Tools are to be used for intended purposes only
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Do not use tools/equipment until trained
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Do not handle power tools unless you are about to use them
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Keep power tools unplugged unless you are about to use them•
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Check all tools before use, if a tool is broken, notify a mentor and DO NOT USE
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No long hair or loose clothing items/jewelry when using tools
(put hair up, tuck hoodie strings inside)
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Do not crowd anyone using the power tools – keep your distance
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Do not block any doors - if you cut materials near the door,•
make sure you pick anything that falls up so nothing is blocking the door
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No horseplay - stay on task
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No open toe shoes
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No drinks near tools, robot, drive station, laptops
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Wear hand protection when appropriate
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Wear ear protection when appropriate
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Clean up after yourself