The machine shop has three manual milling machines, Manual Mill 1, 2, and 3, for traditional milling operations, prototyping, and custom work.
All three mills follow the same safety check sheet. Read it before every use.
It is part of the CCNY Centralized Machine Shop (opens in a new window). You need staff training before you can use it.
Download PDF of the milling machine safety check sheet (opens in a new window)Read it on this page
Do not use this machine without proper instruction.
What to wear
- Safety glasses must be worn at all times in work areas.
- Sturdy footwear must be worn at all times in work areas.
- Long and loose hair must be contained.
- Close fitting/protective clothing must be worn.
- Rings and jewellery must not be worn.
- Gloves must not be worn when using this machine.
Potential hazards
- Sharp cutters
- Moving components - hair/clothing entanglement
- Eye injury
- Skin irritation
- Metal splinters and burrs
- Flying debris
Pre-operational safety checks
- Ensure no slip/trip hazards are present in workspaces and walkways.
- Locate and ensure you are familiar with the operation of the ON/OFF switch and E-Stop (if equipped).
- Do not leave equipment/tooling on top of the machine.
- Check that machine guards are in position.
- Ensure the cutter is in good condition and securely mounted.
- Check coolant delivery system to allow for sufficient flow of coolant. (if equipped)
- Faulty equipment must not be used. Immediately report suspect machinery.
Operational safety checks
- Keep clear of moving machine parts.
- Never leave the machine running unattended.
- Follow correct clamping procedures, keep overhangs as small as possible and make sure the workpiece is secure.
- Set the correct speed to suit the cutter diameter, the depth of cut and the material.
- Never start the spindle with the cutter in contact with the workpiece.
- Before making adjustments and measurements or before cleaning swarf accumulations, switch off and bring the machine to a complete standstill.
Housekeeping
- Switch off the machine.
- Remove milling cutters and store them safely.
- Leave the machine and work area in a safe, clean and tidy state.
This SCS does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with the machine and should be used in conjunction with other references. It is designed to be used as an adjunct to teaching Safety Procedures and to act as a reminder to users prior to machine use.
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Complete a safety training to get access to the makerspace and its tools.
