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PRINTMAKING OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY (OH&S) GUIDELINES In the interests of maintaining a safe and productive studio, all users the NAS Printmaking Department are required to observe safe studio and workshop practice. All staff, students and visitors are required to observe the following OH&S guidelines: 1. If you have an existing medical condition or a disability or you are taking prescribed medication that may affect your ability to use studio equipment/materials please notify the lecturer in charge or Head of Department before beginning work. 2. Appropriate clothing must be worn at all times in the studio area including sturdy closed footwear, no loose clothing, long hair tied back. 3. Appropriate protective clothing must be worn in the studio including protective apron, solvent proof gloves, dust mask/respirator, protective eyewear, ear protection. 4. Accidents, injuries and near misses must be reported immediately to the lecturer in charge or the Head of Department. 5. Do not use the studio equipment/materials if you are under the effect of alcohol or any illegal drugs. 6. Do not use tools or equipment that you have not been instructed in the use of. 7. Do not help yourself to tools, equipment or materials unless instructed by a member of staff. 8. Students and visitors are not permitted to mix and dispense chemicals 9. All works areas are to be kept clean and tidy and designated clean up areas must be used. 10. Designated clean up areas must be used 11. Familiarise yourself with the studio in case of emergency, eg location of first aid kits, exits, fire extinguisher, fire blankets, safety shower etc 12. The consumption of food, beverages and cigarettes is prohibited in the studio area 13. The use of mobile phones and personal stereos is prohibited in the studio area 14. Smoking is prohibited in all buildings. Compliance with any staff request regarding health and safety is regarded as compulsory. Failure to comply with any of the above may result in you being asked to leave the studio. If you feel adversely effected by any of these guidelines or feel unable to comply, please notify your studio lecturer or Head of Department to review your situation and devise an appropriate personal strategy. If necessary you may refer questions in writing to the NAS OH&S Committee.
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