====== Information ======
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  * **Quantity** = 2
  * **owner** = Vancouver Hack Space
  * **user certification required** = Must be or be with an experienced operator
  * **hackable** = No (See tips below)
  * **model** = Bosch 1375A 4-1/2" Small Angle Grinder
  * **serial #** =
  * **arrived** = July 2014
  * **does it work?** = Works
  * **if it breaks** = Put a "broken" sign on machine, contact John.
  * **contact** = John Craver
  * **where** = workshop
  * **replacement value (each)** = $80

====== Safety at a Glance ======

__Mandatory:__
  * Face Shield AND Safety Glasses
  * Hearing Protection
  * Leather Work Boots
  * Fire Extinguisher
  * A clean work area (clutter makes it hard to search for embers)
  * Clamps or Bench Vise

__Optional:__
  * Heavy leather welding gloves
  * Leather apron

__Prohibited:__
  * Clothes made of synthetic materials (can catch on fire)
  * Any gloves other than heavy leather welding gloves (can get caught
  * Jewellery, Long Hair (tie back), and loose fitting clothing.
  * Aluminum (Never grind aluminum, it can cause the grinding wheel to explode)

====== Safe Operation ======

__Description:__

To avoid accidents, the following operational safety rules must be observed by everyone using the Vancouver Hack Space angle grinder. Failure to follow the safety rules may result in a loss of shop privileges.

__Start With A Risk Assessment To Ensure A Safe Work Area:__
  - Do not use the angle grinder when there are others in the space, unless they are paying attention to your work and they are also wearing the required personal protective equipment! 
  - Safety glasses and a face shield MUST be worn. Hearing protection MUST be worn. Always have a fire extinguisher or bucket of water nearby when grinding.
  - Remove loose fitting clothing, jewelry, and tie back long hair.
  - Give the work your undivided attention.
  - Always search thoroughly after grinding for any sparks which may cause flammable material to ignite.

__Operational Safety Rules:__
  - Approach your work at VHS and with the cordless drill with a safe attitude!
  - Never use any grinding accessory larger than 4.5 inches in diameter!
  - Always check that the maximum safe operating speed of the grinding accessory is greater than that of the grinder!
  - Never remove guards!
  - Never grind aluminum!