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Following the move to EX2 in 2024, it's now a requirement of our H&S policy that all members (new or old) get an orientation to the space before they are given general access  
Following the move to EX2 in 2024, it's now a requirement of our H&S policy that all members (new or old) get an orientation to the space before they are given general access  


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Please note this orientation does not include an induction for any of the safety critical [[Equipment]] in the space - members should ask for help and/ or a separate induction session on these once they are an oriented member.
Please note this orientation does not include an induction for any of the safety critical [[Equipment]] in the space - members should ask for help and/ or a separate induction session on these once they are an oriented member.


=Orientation Discussion Points=
=Brief Introduction to LHS=
 
==Brief Introduction to LHS==


* We are a community lead not-for-profit organisation (see wiki for more information on our organisational structure)
* We are a community lead not-for-profit organisation (see wiki for more information on our organisational structure)
* We are currently one of several small businesses & community groups who are tenants in the EX2 building, run by the Republic of Park Royal
* We are currently one of several small businesses & community groups who are tenants in the EX2 building, run by the Republic of Park Royal


==Access & Egress==
=Location=
 
{{Location}}


* The main entrance to the Hackspace during working hours is through the large opening with clear plastic doors (first that you pass as you come up the Alleyway)
=Access & Egress=
* You enter initially to the general EX2 space - LHS is immediately on the left with swipe card access
* The alternative entrance (available at all times) is a metal door slightly further down the alley, which enters directly into the hackspace
* Page [[Access & Security (EX2)]] details our exact access policy - it's very important we follow this exactly
* Explain options/ policy for public transport, bike and car access - per the [[Template:Location|Location]] page


==Facilities==
{{:Access & Security (EX2)}}
 
=Facilities=


* The building has shared kitchen and toilet facilities (due to be upgraded at some point). (take members on a brief tour)
* The building has shared kitchen and toilet facilities (due to be upgraded at some point). (take members on a brief tour)
* Treat these with respect, even more than we would with a LHS-only facility
* Treat these with respect, even more than we would with a LHS-only facility


==Introduction to the Space==
=Introduction to the Space=


We have four rooms (tour each) including:
We have four rooms (tour each) including:
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==Health & Safety==
=Health & Safety=


As part of the orientation we must cover the hackspace [[Policy/ Health & Safety Policy|Health & Safety Policy]] in full:
As part of the orientation we must cover the hackspace [[Policy/ Health & Safety Policy|Health & Safety Policy]] in full:
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{{:Policy/ Health & Safety Policy}}
{{:Policy/ Health & Safety Policy}}


==Cleanliness==
=Cleanliness=
* LHS doesn't work if people don't clear up after themselves
* LHS doesn't work if people don't clear up after themselves
* Sweeping up and emptying bins is one of the best ways you can help contribute to the space, especially as a new member.
* Sweeping up and emptying bins is one of the best ways you can help contribute to the space, especially as a new member.
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* If there's a shortage of something, replace it yourself (preferred) or post on Discord/ mailing list but ''don't'' just walk away
* If there's a shortage of something, replace it yourself (preferred) or post on Discord/ mailing list but ''don't'' just walk away


==Behaviour==
=Behaviour=


===Code of Conduct===
===Code of Conduct===
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* Remember this is a community of members, by the members for the members - you are not paying anyone to do anything. We don't have a professional technician or caretaker to fix breakdowns or carry out maintenance, so it's on you as much as it is anyone else (within the limits of your skillset).   
* Remember this is a community of members, by the members for the members - you are not paying anyone to do anything. We don't have a professional technician or caretaker to fix breakdowns or carry out maintenance, so it's on you as much as it is anyone else (within the limits of your skillset).   


== Storage ==
= Storage =
* We have a system of long-term member boxes and short-term project shelf storage.
From [[Guides/Bringing items to the space|guide]]
* It is more limited here than in previous spaces, we will do our best to accommodate but we must be realistic.
 
* Full details are in this [[Guides/Bringing items to the space|guide]], read this before you plan to store any items
{{:Guides/Bringing items to the space|guide}}
* Be aware that items left in the space without storage requests, or any items left behind if you end your membership, will be subject to disposal by LHS in accordance with the above guide


=End of Orientation=
=End of Orientation=
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