Project Pine Designs x RONA+ Workshop Rules

Safety, Respect & Responsibility

These women’s only* workshops offer a supportive, hands-on environment where women can learn how to use power tools safely and have fun doing it! These sessions are about more than just building a project, they’re about building self-confidence, community connection, and encouraging women to take up space (literally and figuratively) in spaces like the tool department. 

*This workshop is intended to create a supportive space for those who identify as women. Cis and transgender women, as well as non-binary and gender-diverse individuals are welcome.

Workshop Safety

Safety is our top priority. These rules are in place to protect you, other participants, instructors, and the workshop itself. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in removal from the workshop and/or loss of access to future Project Pine Designs workshop activities.

• Only use tools and equipment you are confident and authorized to use. If you are unsure how to operate a tool or machine, stop and ask Rachelle or a workshop assistant for assistance.
• Follow instructor directions at all times. Rachelle is there to help you work safely, learn proper techniques, and get the most out of your workshop.
• Always wear appropriate eye protection when operating power tools.
• Secure long hair and loose clothing before operating machinery. Remove dangling jewelry, watches, rings, and anything else that could become caught in moving equipment.
• Never troubleshoot equipment yourself. If a machine or tool appears damaged, is not operating correctly, or behaves unexpectedly, stop using it immediately and notify a Project Pine Designs instructor or supervisor. Do not attempt repairs or adjustments unless specifically instructed to do so.

Working Safely Around Others

• Be respectful of other participants. Bring a positive attitude, be courteous, and give others the space they need to work safely.
• Never interrupt someone operating a power tool. Do not distract, approach, or attempt to assist someone while they are actively operating machinery unless they have asked for help or there is an immediate safety concern.
• Keep conversations and activities away from active machinery. Make sure everyone can maintain their focus while operating tools.

Personal Tools & Equipment

• Personal Tools are not permitted at the workshop.