MIT Edgerton Center. Build It, Learn It, Share It. MAKERSPACE RESOURCES FOR K-12 EDUCATORS MIT
  MAKERSPACE RESOURCES FOR K-12 EDUCATORS
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Training and Supervision

In addition to being able to safely operate the equipment in the space, leaders of makerspaces must be able to create safety guidelines and administer a training system. Training all students on all of the tools they'll need to use is no small task. Students who are competent on tool usage can then reinforce their skills by sharing and teaching others.

Learning to use equipment properly and safely will enable staff and student makers to be more effective with their time as well as better collaborators and more empowered designers.

For a safe and efficient makerspace:
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Students should receive training
on a tool before using it and have
a refresher guide ​available for
​future uses.
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Students should demonstrate
competency
before being approved for operation of a tool.
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Staff should be attentive and
available to ​answer any questions.
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Students should feel free to report unsafe or improper use of a tool.

Starter Documents for K-12 Makerspaces and Workshops:

Workshop Safety, Training, and Operations
(Each link will open as a download for you to use or adapt.)
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Safety Resource page from the ITEEA

​Training Resources

Training Guides, Competency Checklists, and Refresher Guides
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  • Home
    • Getting Started >
      • What is Making?
      • Types of Makerspaces
      • Goals
    • About Us
    • Contact
  • Run a Makerspace
    • Design Guide
    • Facilities and Storage
    • Tools and Materials
    • Training and Supervision
    • Staff, Hours and Scheduling
    • Events and Growth
  • Maker Tools
    • Shop Tools and Materials
    • Electronics
    • Physical Computing
    • 2D Modeling Software
    • Vinyl/Craft Cutters
    • Laser Cutting
    • 3D Design Tools
    • 3D Printing
    • Photo and Video
    • Sewing
  • Create Projects
    • Designing Maker Projects
    • Idea Gallery
    • FullSTEAM
  • Teacher PD
    • Teacher Training Workshops
    • Articles and Books