Residents can review revised Woodshop rules
GRF POLICY CHANGE
Per the action of the GRF Board on Aug. 23, in accordance with Civil Code §4360, Notice of Approval, the Board hereby provides general notice to all Shareholders/Members of the following proposed changes to GRF Governing Documents. All Shareholders wishing to comment on the proposed changes to the following may submit comments by either emailing them to theattentionoftheGRFBoardto tiam@lwsb.comormailingthem to the Golden Rain Foundation, P. O. Box 2069, Seal Beach, CA 90740, Attn: Proposed Document Revisions. Please reference the name of the governing document on any correspondence submitted. All comments will be provided to the Board for review and consideration. The Board will take final action on the following proposed change on Tuesday, September 27 during the GRF Monthly Board of Directors meeting.
RECREATION
70-1500-1, Woodshop Rules
PURPOSE:
The purpose of these rules is to create a safe environment for Woodshop users.
1. GENERAL REGULATIONS
The Recreation Department (RD) is responsible for the fair and equitable use of the Club House One Woodshop. The RD, in cooperation with Woodshop Supervisors, will ensure that all the rules are followed. 1.1. The Woodshop is for Golden Rain Foundation (GRF) Members and Authorized Residents (ARs) in good standing only. 1.2. The Woodshop will be open only when a trained supervisor, designated and approved by the RD is onsite.
1.3. A Lead Supervisor, designated by the RD is responsible for recommending other qualified, experienced woodworkers to the RD for appointment as alternate Supervisors. The Lead will also schedule other supervisors to cover the hours of operation. 2. HOURS OF OPERATION
The hours of operation will be determined by the RD in cooperation with the Woodshop Supervisors in accordance with their availability.
3. WOODSHOP RULES
3.1. The Recreation Department reserves the right to review and adjust the operating rules at any time to accommodate the needs of the community.
3.2. Woodshop users must be approved by Supervisor prior to using the equipment.
3.3. Safety is paramount for all Woodshop users: 3.3.1. Wear proper clothing (no loose jewelry, gloves, ties, or loose clothing that could get caught in moving parts).
3.3.2. Non-slip footwear must be worn. No open-toed.
3.3.3. Secure long hair. 3.3.4. Do not operate machinery or tools if on medication that does not allow you to drive.
3.3.5. Keep hands in sight and clear of moving tools and parts.
3.3.6. Safety glasses must be worn when using all power tools.
3.3.7. Safety guards must be used on table saws, circular saws, grinders, and chop saws.
3.4. Only GRF Members and ARs with a GRF I.D. card may use the woodshop equipment and must sign in upon entering the shop.
3.5. The blade on the table saw should be no more than ¼” above the top of the wood to be cut.
3.6. The work benches are for everyone’s use. There are no assigned spaces.
3.7. Never reach across the machine while it is running.
3.8. In crosscutting on saws, one end of the material should be free.
3.9. Never pick a cutoff from the table while the saw is turning.
3.10. Never attempt to slow down or stop the machine after switching it off by grabbing work or tool.
3.11. Use pusher sticks and hold-downs to avoid getting fingers and other body parts no less than 3” from any moving blade, cutter, or disk.
3.12. Always control the return of the saw when crosscutting.
3.13 Never force the work or rush the job.
3.14. Stand at one side of the cutting tool, not in line with it.
3.15. Never use carbidetipped blade or cutter to machine secondhand lumber without Supervisors’ inspection.
3.16. Never stand or lean on the machines.
3.17. GRF Members and ARs may drop off items for repair and must check in with Supervisor and keep clear of all power tools.
3.18. Do not work with stock or materials that are too small or too large to manage safely; ask Supervisor for assistance.
3.19. Never leave a machine running unattended.
3.20. Re-purposed wood must be inspected for nails before it is cut, shaped, or planed.
3.21. Painted wood shall not be planted on the thickness planer and joiner.
3.22. Users are responsible for cleaning the area of their work.
3.23. When in doubt, ask the Supervisor!
3.24. Woodshop tools may not be removed from the woodshop.
3.25. The use of alcohol beverages is expressly prohibited.
3.26. Supervisors have the authority to refuse use of equipment if they observe it is used in an unsafe manner.
3.27. Any form of harassment, intimidation, and/or verbal abuse is prohibited and may result in GRF taking appropriate actions pursuant to the Code of Conduct, 30-5093-1 resulting in loss of privileges and/or monetary fines.
3.28. Signs with these rules will be prominently posted.
