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We are closed for the holidays from 13th Dec. 2022 until 2nd Feb. 2023

Our Rules

  • "The Shed" resources are for the collective good of The Cambridge Community Menzshed as a charitable organisation. Not for personal profit.

  • Programs and activities need to be aligned to the aims and objectives of "The Shed"

  • To commence a community or major project a brief written proposal needs to be submitted to the executives for assessment as to suitability. An indication of funds required would need to be included.

  • A job sheet is to be filled out for every job.

  • No projects are to compete unfairly with local business.

  • It is necessary for "The Shed" to make a profit from events, projects and activities to ensure future viability.

The Work Environment in "The Shed"

These are the Operating Rules of The Cambridge Menzshed

  • All members must read and sign the Health and Safety policy prior to working in the workshop and have a Duty of Care to fellow Sheddies.

  • Subscriptions are due annually and members must be financial to use any equipment and facilities and to participate and vote in General Meetings.

  • All members are to wear their Name Badges in the shed.

  • Each member must sign in when entering and out when leaving the building. (hang up your badge)

  • All equipment and shed premises are to be treated with care and respect.

  • There must be a minimum of two members on site at all times during hours of operation.

  • Machinery or equipment must not be operated unless the member is competent or trained on that particular piece of equipment.

  • Any damage or accident must be reported to the day supervisor immediately and recorded in incident register. 

  • Safety clothing (ear muffs, eye protection, enclosed footwear etc.) must be worn or used in the workshop at all times when operating machinery..

  • Machinery must only be operated between the hours of 9:00am and 3:00pm within the prescribed facilities or area.

  • The designated Shed Monitor on the day is responsible for turning off the lights and machinery before leaving and must ensure that the building is vacated and securely locked.

  • Personal materials or items left on the premises are the member's sole responsibility. 

  • All welding and hot work must cease and be cooled down 30 minutes prior to the building being vacated and locked. 

  • Each area of use must be swept and cleaned after use by each operator.

  • All hand tools must be placed in designated spots after use and left in clean, tidy and useable condition.

  • Smoking is prohibited in the building and on the premises.

  • No alcohol is to be consumed on premises except at designated events..