Safety Information

Please read SparQ Policies first. All information from the SparQ Safety Booklet. Supervisors should always have access to a digital version.

All members must go through the entire training process before being able to be in the space. All users must understand the risks of all machines in the space, even if they do not intend to use them. Since the training was drastically updated in May 2019, anyone trained before then must redo the training.

Please see the COVID-19 Information page for current information about SparQ Studios COVID-19 policies and procedures and opening status.

Information

 * Call 613-533-6111. This number should always be printed on a wall.
 * Queen’s emergency booklet link. Also available in cupboard.
 * First aid kit in bottom of cupboard under the green first aid sign.
 * Evacuate out of SparQ, and through the South Union Street doors.
 * Alternate route: go North past SparQ, then exit to the East doors.

Fire

 * Fire alarm located at South Union Street doors.


 * Fire extinguisher:
 * 1 Class ABC Dry Chemical Extinguisher (small). Puts out solid fires, flammable liquids and electrical fires.
 * 1 CO2 C Extinguisher (large). Puts out electrical fires without damaging electrical equipment as much.
 * Do not attempt to extinguish fire if out of control.
 * Sprinklers trigger at 63°C.

Injuries

 * Notify director or supervisor right away.
 * Do not move injured person unless you have to.
 * First aid kit located in cabinet underneath the green first aid sign.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

 * Glasses
 * Anytime anyone in the space is using a machine that creates dust.
 * Dust mask
 * If woodworking for a while.
 * Ear protection
 * When using any saw or sander.
 * Others in the space must equip after 30min of sawing/powered sanding
 * Gloves
 * Work gloves when carrying scrap material.
 * Nitrile gloves when working with the resin printer
 * Absolutely no gloves when using stationary/tabletop woodworking or metalworking equipment.

Clothing

 * At all times:
 * Footwear must be closed toe.
 * While using equipment:
 * Long hair must be tied back.
 * Jewelry must be put away.
 * No loose clothing.

Food and Drink

 * No food or drink.

Unsafe Conditions

 * Notify the director or supervisor if you see unsafe conditions.
 * This includes:
 * Messy workstation
 * Hostile/aggressive behaviour
 * Neglecting personal protective equipment (PPE)