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Use of the student workshop

The student workshop (Lettverkstedet) includes the workshop rooms, plaster room and varnish room
Open around the clock provided that the rules below are complied with, except for holidays. 

Security

  • Only persons who have undergone basic training under the auspices of AHO and who hold a card for access can use the machines
  • At least two persons must be present when using machines. 
  • The band saw and circular saw are turned off between 24.00 and 8.00 (time switch).
  • The workshop attendants are responsible for day-to-day supervision of the student workshop. 

General orderliness

  • You are responsible for keeping the workshop in good order while you are working
  • You must tidy up immediately once you are finished
  • Use the sanding table for sanding and grinding
  • Residues of plaster and concert must be in plaster containers, do not pour into the sink
  • Machines, tables and equipment must be tidied, swept and dried off
  • The floor must be swept and vacuumed
  • Waste must be discarded in accordance with the waste management procedures
  • Objects on the shelves in the storeroom must be labelled with the date, name and phone number. 
  • The workshop must not be used as a warehouse. Models and materials that remain in the workshop for 14 days can be thrown away.
  • The storage boxes will be emptied before the summer holliday. 
  • The cabinets will be emptied after 20 June and any private belongings will be thrown away.

Waste management 

  • Residues and waste must be placed in bags or containers
  • Varnish containers / spray cans must be placed in barrels
  • Flammable waste must be placed in a special container
  • Chemicals must be delivered to the workshop attendant for destruction
  • Plaster, concrete, metal, wood and plastic must be placed in the appropriate containers

Extractor fan and fume hood

  • The dust chip extractor for the bond saw, circular saw and *sander starts automatically 
  • Start the extractor fan for the sanding table before use. 
  • The extraction is started with a switch to the right of the entrance door to the paint room (must be held down for 3 seconds).

Non-conformities, faults and injuries