Laser 1 Safety Certification

THIS ONLINE COURSE IS TO BE TAKEN AS A PRELIMINARY OR REFRESHER AS SHOP ACCESS REQUIRES IN-PERSON ENROLLMENT.

Required prior to using the BOSS laser cutter machines in the digital fabrication shop during open work hours, this course provides an overview of the laser cutters as well as best practices for working in a community shop.

Laser Cutting Safety focuses on the fundamentals of designing for 60w and 100w CO2 Lasers, commonly used in industry and art to engrave and cut a variety of material. Learn the basics of 2D software and take your idea straight to the machine safely.

Approved materials for this session include wood (up to 1/4” thick for cutting, up to ½” for engraving, 24x36” bed size), acrylic, and heavyweight paper such as cardstock.

Basic computer literacy skills essential for a meaningful experience.

Hybrid Learning at Open Works

These online safety courses are Part 1 of a 2-part hybrid learning process in order to safely use Open Works' facilities. After completing and passing this online course, you must register for an in-person 1-2 hour Skill Show session on our website and complete the hands-on portion BEFORE you can access our shops as a member.

We currently have hybrid safety classes for Wood 1&2, Sewing 1, Laser 1, CNC Routing 1, CNC Embroidery 1 and MIG Welding.

Safety Certification Courses at Open Works

Check out our other safety courses available in the hybrid pathway to get you into the shops!

Wood 1 Safety Certification

Everything you need to know to use the basic set of tools in Open Works' woodshop!

Will Holman

$10

Sewing 1 Safety Certification

Everything you need to know to get started with with the basic suite of machines in the Open Works sewing shop.

Jeremiah Jones

$10

Metal 1 Safety Certification

The first step to using the metal shop al Open Works

Audrey Van de Castle

$10