Covid-19

The Hackspace is open for members (and members led) use only

Please see the Contact for the latest info. We are meeting up weekly in a virtual sense.

Last Updated: 11 October 2021

Always check the latest Government Advice: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/covid-19-coronavirus-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do

Please tell a trustee if you take ill or test positive for Covid, so that they can notify anyone who has used the space after you; you will not be named

A QR code to use with the NHS app will be posted in the space

Booking

• Please continue to use the calendar so people can be aware if the space is occupied.
  • https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=Y19qaG9zb3RsbGh0amJzN2xxZmhmYW9rN2w0c0Bncm91cC5jYWxlbmRhci5nb29nbGUuY29t
  • If someone else is already booked for the same time, check with them first that they are comfortable sharing the space before booking
• Please do an at-home self test before arriving if you can. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing/regular-rapid-coronavirus-tests-if-you-do-not-have-symptoms/
• Allow time to clean up, tidy round and disinfect, so you do not overrun.
• Reserve 30 minutes before and after your slot to allow for “dead air” - you should be out of the space during these times.
• Don’t turn up without a booking.
• Knock on arrival. If someone is there, don’t go in, even if they have overrun.
• Think about the activities you will do
  • Is there any heightened risk of infection with this task?
  • Is there any heightened risk to self of using this equipment when alone?
  • Are you able to sanitise the equipment?
  • Might any equipment need maintenance - mention it in discord or email if you don’t know how
    • Laser cutter water changes and alignment
    • Bandsaw tension
    • 3D printer cleaning / maintenance

At the space

• Tuck shop
  • Thoroughly wash or sanitise your hands before using the tuck shop
  • Don’t handle stock unnecessarily - especially cans
  • Wipe down the phone / sumup if you touched them
  • Don’t open Calculon for change
  • Non-packaged sweets will be withdrawn
• The communal toilets and Kitchen are still closed please do not use them.
• Keep windows open if at all possible. Especially in the last 30 mins before you leave.

Cleaning

• Disinfect work surfaces and equipment before and after use
• Ensure touch points like window handles are cleaned too
• Leave the space at least as tidy as you found it
• Mention anything that’s running low on the mailing list or discord
• Remember some groups are at higher risk from Covid
• Use PPE where appropriate; e.g. masks, safety specs, gloves