Diversity and discrimination expectations

Artifactory attendees come from a diverse variety of backgrounds. That diversity enriches our community and so we must work to ensure all members feel welcome and safe. Sexual harassment, bullying or discrimination will not be tolerated - both in person and online. Any behaviours that make attendees feel uncomfortable or unsafe are unacceptable and action will be taken to ensure a safe environment for all attendees.

Disagreements

Sometimes disagreements can be frustrating but that is no excuse for poor behaviour or poor manners. Disagreement, debate and constructive criticism can help develop ideas but it should never cross into personal attacks.

Volunteers

Many Artifactory attendees offer training, help and advice to members and visitors. Please be mindful that these people are volunteers and so must be treated with respect and allowed time to work on their own projects if they so wish. The best way to say thank you to our volunteers is by:

• Checking the whiteboard near the front of the space for things that haven’t been done in a while
• Helping with the communal cleaning - empty the bins, vacuum the project area
• Tidying up the space - sort the hardware drawers, neaten the tool racks

Cleaning up after yourself

Our workshop is a shared space with an abundance of communal work areas and tools. Leave the space clean and tidy for other attendees so that volunteers don’t have to spend time cleaning up after you.

• Leave the space cleaner than you found it.
• Pick up your rubbish.
• Put away everything you used.
• Put Food waste in the carpark skip bin.
• Clean the area you worked in - wipe, sweep, vacuum.

Work safely

• Most of our equipment and power tools require an induction before they can be used. This is covered in more detail later on.
• Only use tools you are authorised to use.
• Follow the safety/operational requirements we set out in tool inductions.
• Ask for help with tools you’re not confident using, even after you’ve been signed off.
• Ensure access areas are kept clean and tools are stored safely.
• Ensure that your clothing is appropriate.

Working under the influence

Do not use tools while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other inhibiting substances.

Report damage

Report any damage to tools including mistakes you make. It happens, we have all been there! If you come across damaged tools or low consumables, likewise report it.

Respect ownership

Respect the ownership of tools and materials. Do not remove Artifactory equipment from the premises. Ensure you have permission before using tools or material owned by our members.

Who to contact

• Talk to a committee member (see: committee members list)
• Email the management committee: committee@artifactory.org.au
• Email the executive committee (Chair, Deputy Chair, Secretary, Treasurer): exec@artifactory.org.au
• Slack direct message to a committee member
• Ask an event host or volunteer to help you report the incident

We have processes in place to ensure confidentiality of reported incidents.

What will happen

All incidents are handled on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the incident, the response may include:

• Talking with the involved people, explaining the issues and building better understanding between attendees
• Written formal warning for the specific incident
• Suspension/termination of membership including restricted access to the premises and online platforms
• Reporting to relevant authorities/regulators

Paying for your day pass

Day Passes can be paid for at the bar. In most cases it costs $20 to attend the space for the day though some events are cheaper. If you’re not sure check with an event host!

Please write your name and “day pass” on the merchant receipt and put it in the red box next to the EFTPOS.

Paying for tool usage

Some of our tools have usage fees attached. (Covered during the induction for the tools in question)

Please use the bank account rather than the EFTPOS when paying for tool usage. This helps us keep track of how much each tool is used.

Keep your contact details up to date

It’s your responsbility to update this information in TidyHQ when it changes.

• Your full name
• Your contact information (email and physical address)
• Your emergency contact information

TidyHQ is the system you used when you signed up as a visitor.

Low risk

You can self assess your competency on these tools and use them if you feel comfortable. Feel free to have a go and if you’re not sure you can always ask for help. Even though these tools are low risk you should still be vigilant about safety. eg:

• Hand tools (screwdrivers etc)
• Some power tools (Drills, vibrating sanders etc)

Medium risk

These tools can easily hurt you, others, or the tool. To use these tools you must either complete a short induction with one of our authorised trainers or demonstrate to them that you can use this tool safely. eg:

• Most power tools (Circular saws, routers etc)
• Some equipment (Sand blaster, belt sander etc)

High risk

These tools can cause serious injury, are easy to damage, or both. An induction is required before using these tools. You must go through the Artifactory’s training on high risk tools, even if you have used similar (or identical) tools elsewhere. Many of these tools are available only to members. eg:

• 3D Printers
• Large equipment (Mill, CNC Router, Lathes etc)

How to tell which category tools are in

Most of our tools will include a coloured dot indicating their category. A full list of our tools can also be found here:

TODO: Tool QR

How to get training

Take a look in #training_and_inductions on Slack and put your hand up for an applicable induction slot.

TODO: channel qr

How to check your existing training

Search for Training Tracker on Slack

TODO: QR (already in shlink

Training refreshers and training expiry

You may need refresher training if -

• You haven’t used a specific tool for 12 months, or
• The tool changes significantly, or
• The safe work procedure for the tool has changed.

We’ll typically let you know via TidyHQ if you need refresher training.

Crafting materials

• Laser scrap rack - Flat pieces of material of useful size
• Upcycle rack - Old pieces of equipment that can be taken apart for components

For other areas of the space check with a volunteer before you start using supplies. Many supplies belong to individual members.

If you find you are using a lot of a communal supply (superglue, turpentine, masking tape, wood screws…), or you have used up the last of something, you should buy more for the space. The supplies you used were also donated by other people in our community.

Slack

Slack is the number one point of contact for anything and everything Artifactory.

If you would like to be trained on a certain machine, report a fault with the equipment, or even need input and advice for your current project there will usually be a specific channel for your question. If you’re not sure ask in #general.

artifactory.org.au/slack

Events

Upcoming events can be found on our public calendar. You can add this calendar to your phone if you like. (Events link in the navbar of the main site)

artifactory.org.au/events

Network Storage

You can create a folder in our “Member Work” network server (despite the name). It’s connectable from all of our workstations.

Wiki

• Resources on facilities and tools
• Governing documents
• Meeting minutes

wiki.artifactory.org.au