Wood Shop

General Information

The Wood Shop has a variety of tools and machinery that aren't suited for the Clean Room or Metal Shop. The Woodshop has one big worktable to set up equipment and/or gather for classes/workshops. 

If you have any issues with Wood Shop equipment, the slack channels associated with this space include: #general, #shop-cnc, and #shop-wood

Access Policy

Saws

• Use of the Saws requires an orientation. Visit the Saws page for details.

Finishing Machines

• Use of the finishing and surface preparation machines requires an orientation. Visit the Finishing Machines page for details.

CNC Router

• Use of the CNC Router requires an orientation. Visit the CNC Router page for details.

All Equipment

• Equipment requires an orientation or authorization may be operated by an unauthorized user only under the direct supervision of an authorized user.

Wood Shop Area Safety

1. Do not use any machine you are not trained on and are comfortable using. If at any time you are unsure of what you are doing, stop immediately and ask for help on Berea Makerspace Slack, or email info@bereamakerspace.org.
2. Do not use any machine that is not in good working order. Stop, unplug, and leave a note on the machine and notify Makerspace leadership.
3. Never assume a tool is properly adjusted; always check the tool before use.
4. Make sure to wear closed-toe shoes.
5. If you have long hair or loose clothing, make sure to tie it up before using any machinery.
   
6. Never modify or hack any equipment. If you think an improvement can be made, discuss it on Slack!
   
7. Attire
   1. • Avoid loose clothes and hair
      • Remove rings
      • Wear close-toed shoes
      • Don't wear gloves when operating power tools
      • Wear Safety Glasses
      • Wear respiratory protection when appropriate
      • Wear hearing protection for loud equipment or extended use
8. Keep floors clean, clear, and dry.
9. Keep extension cords off of the floor when not in use.
10. Any rag or paper towel with used with oil-based or potentially flammable finishes MUST BE DISPOSED OF IN THE OILY WASTE CAN.
    
11. Store finishes in the yellow fire cabinet.
    
12. Don't eat and drink around power tools.

DO NOT PUT DRINKS OR OTHER LIQUIDS ON CAST IRON SURFACES.       

 13. Be aware of people around you when using equipment, and don't approach others while they are using equipment

Equipment List

Picture	What	Manufacturer	Model	Status	Resources
	Planer	Dewalt	DW735x	Operational	Make resources External resources Manual: https://www.dewalt.com/GLOBALBOM/QU/DW735X/1/Instruction_Manual/EN/N486408_DW735_NA.pdf
	Floor Drill Press2	Grizzly	G7945	Operational	Make resources External resources Manual: https://cdn0.grizzly.com/manuals/g7945_m.pdf
	Jointer	Central Machinery	31849	Operational	Make resources External resources: How to Use a Jointer
	CNC Router	AVID CNC PRO	60120	Operational	Make resources External resources: Vetric V10 Tutorial | Getting Started CNC Router Bits - Tutorial and Review
	Router Table	JessEm	5625-20 3.5HP	Operational	Make resources External resources:
	Small Lathe	JWL	1015	Needs Repair	Make resources External resources
	Spindle Sander	Ridgid	EB44243	Operational	Make resources External resources
	Table Saw	Sawstop PCS	31230	Operational	Make resources External resources
	Bandsaw	Rikon	10-325	Operational	Make resources External resources
	Miter Saw	Bosch	GCM12SD	Operational	Make resources External resources: Miter Saw for Beginners
	Lathe	Jet JWL	1015	Operational	Make resources External resources