Use of the equipment at Build Brighton is entirely at your own risk
You must check equipment before use to ensure that it is safe.
Don’t use power tools unless you have had a workshop induction.
Some equipment such as the Lathes, Laser Cutter, Welder and CNC’s require a one time payment and/or an induction before use.
The one time payment is to cover maintenance and repairs.
Don't defeat or hack safety features such as guards, they are there for other people’s safety as much as yours.
Check the BBMS or signage for instructions first. If in doubt, ask.
Safety equipment is available in the workshop, please use it.
Obtain anything that you need for good practice.
Be aware of others in the space and any potential risks to them.
If you are not qualified or confident using a piece of equipment you should seek advice and information from other members of the group.
If you have an accident or injure yourself you must enter it in the accident book and notify the trustees ASAP.
Do not bring large quantities (more than 1 litre) of flammables into the space.
Do not bring flammable gas cylinders into the space at all, even if empty. They are a serious fire risk.
Label any containers of substances clearly, and put any hazardous substances (which must be labelled and in an suitable container) in the yellow COSHH cupboard.
Do not charge electric bikes or e-scooters in the space.
Making Decisions
If something is broken notify members via BuildBrighton´s Discord server and you are competent, fix it.
Consult other members if in any doubt.
If your doing something major, post on Discord first.
If you can't fix it label the equipment and post on Discord so that members are aware the tools is broken and therefore unavailable.
DO NOT try a repair unless you know what you are doing.
Etiquette
Clean and tidy up after yourself.
Return tools to their proper places.
Avoid monopolising tools for hours unless you have posted your plans on Discord first and there are no objections.
Sleeping at the space is forbidden.
Personal Items
Members can store personal items at the space provided they are kept in a BuildBrighton supplied plastic storage box labelled with your name on the member´s shelves.
Larger items can be left in the space for short periods but please remember space is very limited. You must post on Discord to get agreement first.
Such items must be be labelled with your name and the date they will be removed (Do Not Hack notice) - this is to indicate who owns them.
It is your responsibility to ensure your items are always labelled.
Items are left in the space at your own risk - we advise that you should not leave valuable items and there is the risk of theft.
Donating, Loaning and Borrowing Items
Before donating items please consider the usefulness, and post on Discord to get agreement especially for anything bulky.
We tend to accumulate a lot of junk and clutter so we do not want electronics 'for parts' and so on.
Do not remove tools and equipment from the space without prior approval from trustees.
Tidiness
Work benches and tables should be completely clear when leaving the space.
Please return tools and equipment to their homes.
Do not leave cables and hoses trailing on the floor.
Ensure you do not create trip hazards.
Clean up any oil spills immediately due to the slip hazard.
If you have created dust, swarf or other mess, please clean it up.
Place dirty plates, cups and cutlery in the dishwasher and start it up if necessary or wash them up by hand.
Remove food waste from the space please as it attracts vermin and will smell.
Please post on Discord any unlabelled property you find left out.
If you think something is not wanted, check on Discord before hacking.
If you find the space in a bad state please post a message on Discord but be prepared to do some cleaning or tidying.
Dust and mess creating activities should only be carried out in the wood or metal workshop.
Disposal
If something is obviously trash please dispose of it.
If you think someone else might want what you're throwing out or you don't know if it belongs to someone else, please post on Discord.
If the bins are full, empty them into the big bins in the yard. Get help with this if necessary - the bins don't empty themselves!
No asbestos or flammable materials to be disposed of in the bins.
Rodhus
Do not use other parts of the building for working or to store items.
Toilets for member use are located inside the Freehold Terrace entrance and ground floor near yard entrance.
Spray booth on ground floor is not ours but is available for members to use.
Spray booth must be left clean and tidy.
Do not use power sockets outside of our area.
Do not go on the roof beyond the doors in the wood area. It is weak and easily damaged.
Exit to roof is not a fire exit.
When emptying bins in the yard, take a key as the doors will shut behind you.
General
Do not do anything illegal in the space.
Even if the internal door is open, please tap your RFID tag on the door reader.
Post to Discord if something:
breaks,
is faulty (ESPECIALLY if it is dangerous).
Unless a proposal has been passed by the membership, do not make changes to:
the space layout,
the paint scheme or finishes,
where tools are kept.
Respect our neighbours. We are situated in a residential area.
Avoid noisy work late at night.
Avoid noise in the street after 8 pm.
Respect other members.
Avoid noisy activities when there are events in the space such as open evenings, meetings and workshops.
If you are the last to leave the space, ensure:
doors to the roof are shut and locked,
lights are off,
fan is off,
internal door is shut.
Liability
Build Brighton is not liable for loss or damage to items left in the space.
Items left in the space are not covered by our insurance.
We do not provide professional advice
Build Brighton is not liable for any advice solicited by its members.