====== Orientation Checklist ======

So you're bottom-lining an open night, and you don't know what to tell newcomers!  Here's a guide.

===== About VHS =====

  * a space for hacking, making things, and socializing with other hackers/makers
  * free use of shared tools and components (but leave "enough and as good for others")
  * open nights Tue/Thu
  * membership-based
  * membership forms/waivers
    * includes VHS mission and principles
    * where to find blank forms
    * what to do when they have been filled out
  * more info at [[http://vanhack.ca/|vanhack.ca]]

===== General Safety Guidelines =====

  * use safety equipment (glasses etc), do not crowd people using the drill press, do not use/store hazardous materials
    * TODO: expand this with more firm, specific guidelines
  * report any concerns to the bottom-liner (i.e. the person giving the orientation)
  * people should review the [[:equipment_and_tools|guide to equipment and tools]] for safe use of specific tools

===== Other Stuff =====

  * ???