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Mandatory Safety Training: All students must complete a safety training session focused on operating the drill-milling machine. This includes identifying safety hazards, emergency procedures, and using personal protective equipment correctly.
Hands-on Demonstration: Students must participate in a supervised hands-on demonstration after the safety training. They will observe a trained staff member operating the machines and practice under supervision.
Machine Proficiency Test: Students must pass a practical proficiency test demonstrating their understanding of basic operation, safety protocols, and machine handling before using the equipment independently.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): All students must have and correctly wear appropriate PPE, including safety goggles, ear protection, and any additional lab-specific gear, before machine operation.
Instructor Authorization: After completing the training and proficiency test, students receive authorization from the instructor or lab supervisor, granting them permission to operate the drill-milling machine unsupervised.
Sign-in/Sign-out Procedure: Students must sign in and out of the lab every time they use the equipment, logging the machine used and the duration of use.
Buddy System: Students must not operate machines alone; a buddy or lab supervisor must always be present for safety reasons.