ROBOHAWKS 2531 SAFETY

PRESENTATION So you don’t accidentally kill yourself in robotics

Common Sense◦Use common sense. If you don’t know what it is don’t touch it!

ppl with common sense ppl who don’t survive

Personal Safety (PPE)◦Wear safety glasses at all times; when in the shop, working on a robot, using

machinery, or at a competition.

◦Dress appropriately; long pants, closed toe shoes, no baggy clothes, hair tied back (if applicable).

◦ You must consult a mentor before using heavy machinery and act with caution, especially if it is new and unfamiliar to you.

Respect◦ Clean up your workspace before you leave. Do not expect others to clean up after

you.

◦ Be kind to other students, respect their contributions and ideas.

◦ Respect the mentors. Remember, they are taking time out of their own evening to come and help us.

Consequences◦Notify a captain 24hrs in advance if you will not be at a meeting. Failure to do so

will result in a strike. Three strikes and you’re out.

◦ If you fail to uphold all or any of our rules, a corresponding consequence will be applied which may include termination from the team.

FIRST Values◦ FIRST Robotics Competition has adopted safety as a core value and has established

the framework for safety leadership in all aspects of the program. (FIRST Safety Manual)

Pride in Robotics!!!◦ Be proud to be a RoboHawk! FIRST robotics is a challenging program but it can also

be very rewarding.

Safety Contract and Quiz

◦In order to participate in robotics you must complete these things

Attend safety presentation Pass safety quizSign safety contractActually sign up for robotics through Community Ed. (Peter)

Safety Quiz

1. What are the requirements for clothing and personal protection?

a) Hair down, loose clothing, open toed shoes, and no safety glasses

b) Opposite of letter a

2. Respect for mentors and other students is a mandatory thing.

a)Trueb)False

3. You must notify a captain 24hrs in advance if you will not be at a meeting. Failure to do so will result in a strike. Three strikes and you’re out.

a)Truthb)False

THE ENDYou made it, good job.