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You can join by following the steps , which are, in short: | You can join by following the steps , which are, in short: | ||
* | * Check out the join page, https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/wiki/Join | ||
But you've got concerns, let's address them: | But you've got concerns, let's address them: | ||
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* I have a project I need to get done on a very short time frame, is there any way to get in before next Tuesday? | * I have a project I need to get done on a very short time frame, is there any way to get in before next Tuesday? | ||
Sorry, no. Unfortunately we are '''not''' a job shop, fab lab or tool rental company. You're going to need some patience. We are 100% volunteer run. | Sorry, no. Unfortunately we are '''not''' a job shop, fab lab or tool rental company. You're going to need some patience. We are 100% volunteer run. Likewise, no day passes, no corporate memberships shared between several people. Not a good fit for this kind of place. | ||
* How do I get | * How do I get authorized to use the laser cutter? | ||
The laser cutter is our most popular tool. There may be an authorization session on the Events calendar, or one may be in the process of forming. There are a few recommended authorizers for the laser. Check the [http://wiki.pumpingstationone.org wiki] page for the laser, as you would for any tool. There are more volunteer authorizers for laser cutters than ever before; scheduling a time won’t be hard. | |||
== How | == How do I get authorized on tools? == | ||
# Check if there is a [https://canvas.pumpingstationone.org Canvas course] on that tool and complete it with passing scores. | |||
## Check this wiki for a page on the tool you're interested in. Look for an [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Template:EquipmentPage equipment label] on the tool you're interested in for a QR code that will take you to its wiki page. | |||
# Contact the area host and area authorizers through email, discourse, or Discord to schedule a convenient time for an in person authorization. | |||
# Make sure you understand the equipment well to avoid damaging it, yourself, and others. Let your authorizer know you want to meet with them or another volunteer again if you feel unsure in your abilities. | |||
# Make sure the authorizer adds to your Wild Apricot profile that you're authorized on the equipment. | |||
# Have fun and follow the scout principle of leaving your newly acquired tool area cleaner than you found it. | |||
[[How Do I Get | Most/many serious tools require authorization. This was formerly referred to as certification and some wiki pages still refer to it as that. Authorization requirements vary from thing to thing, sometimes they have prerequisites and sometimes can only be done by one or a small set of authorizers. | ||
[[How Do I Get Authorized?|How do I get authorized? (quick reference, not a complete list)]] | |||
== Pumping Station: One Is ... == | == Pumping Station: One Is ... == | ||
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==== Entirely run by volunteers ==== | ==== Entirely run by volunteers ==== | ||
Our [[The Board|Board of Directors]] | Our [[The Board|Board of Directors]], people offering training on the equipment, and anyone who looks like they're doing anything remotely official are all volunteers. That means if you ask them nicely for something they'll probably help you, but you should do what you can to make their job easier. | ||
Except the people we pay to do things, who are probably not members. We pay a cleaning service to clean the bathrooms and an electrician to run wires. The building owner pays roofers to roof and something is going on with the front of the building right now. | |||
== How to get Involved == | == How to get Involved == | ||
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* Join one of the [[Contact Points|Email Lists]], if you're so inclined. | * Join one of the [[Contact Points|Email Lists]], if you're so inclined. | ||
* [[Volunteering|'''Volunteering at PS:One''']] | * [[Volunteering|'''Volunteering at PS:One''']] | ||
* Contact one of the to discuss project ideas, get certified on some of the [[equipment]], or anything else you might need. | * Contact one of the [[Area Hosts]] to discuss project ideas, get certified on some of the [[equipment]], or anything else you might need. | ||
* [[Apply to Teach|Teach a class]] | * [[Apply to Teach|Teach a class]] | ||
* [[Skills Exchange]]: List of members, what skills they can offer, and which they hope to attain. | * [[Skills Exchange]]: List of members, what skills they can offer, and which they hope to attain. | ||
* [[Project Incubator]]: We come up with a bunch of random ideas. Let's try to write them down so we'll be more likely to remember them. | * [[Project Incubator]]: We come up with a bunch of random ideas. Let's try to write them down so we'll be more likely to remember them. | ||
* : Interest Groups | * [[:Category:Interest Groups|Interest Groups]] | ||
== Orientation Notes == | == Orientation Notes == | ||
[ | [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1bKjvi_4mhk8MlYb_4hpmGAYER_IPT0LCOvWrpX8TZ38/edit#slide=id.g17dbe55169_0_0 Ray's Orientation Notes] | ||
[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19NmztqKx44ZUEV1EhSstZxD3ARCrwx3r/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104442732565621970975&rtpof=true&sd=true MMT Orientation] | |||
[[Category:Hosted Areas|Area Hosts]] | [[Category:Hosted Areas|Area Hosts]] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:07, 15 January 2025
Last Edited: 01/15/2025 Frequently Asked Questions
How to Join
You can join by following the steps , which are, in short:
- Check out the join page, https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/wiki/Join
But you've got concerns, let's address them:
- I have a project I need to get done on a very short time frame, is there any way to get in before next Tuesday?
Sorry, no. Unfortunately we are not a job shop, fab lab or tool rental company. You're going to need some patience. We are 100% volunteer run. Likewise, no day passes, no corporate memberships shared between several people. Not a good fit for this kind of place.
- How do I get authorized to use the laser cutter?
The laser cutter is our most popular tool. There may be an authorization session on the Events calendar, or one may be in the process of forming. There are a few recommended authorizers for the laser. Check the wiki page for the laser, as you would for any tool. There are more volunteer authorizers for laser cutters than ever before; scheduling a time won’t be hard.
How do I get authorized on tools?
- Check if there is a Canvas course on that tool and complete it with passing scores.
- Check this wiki for a page on the tool you're interested in. Look for an equipment label on the tool you're interested in for a QR code that will take you to its wiki page.
- Contact the area host and area authorizers through email, discourse, or Discord to schedule a convenient time for an in person authorization.
- Make sure you understand the equipment well to avoid damaging it, yourself, and others. Let your authorizer know you want to meet with them or another volunteer again if you feel unsure in your abilities.
- Make sure the authorizer adds to your Wild Apricot profile that you're authorized on the equipment.
- Have fun and follow the scout principle of leaving your newly acquired tool area cleaner than you found it.
Most/many serious tools require authorization. This was formerly referred to as certification and some wiki pages still refer to it as that. Authorization requirements vary from thing to thing, sometimes they have prerequisites and sometimes can only be done by one or a small set of authorizers.
How do I get authorized? (quick reference, not a complete list)
Pumping Station: One Is ...
A Do-ocracy
That means whoever's doing something is the person who decides how it gets done. If you want to do something, you can basically Just Fucking Do It.
An organization of individuals doing their own thing
"Pumping Station: One" doesn't do anything besides pay the bills. Any group projects, building/planning new space facilities, etc. all gets done because an ordinary member thought it was important, got people excited about it, and followed through.
Entirely run by volunteers
Our Board of Directors, people offering training on the equipment, and anyone who looks like they're doing anything remotely official are all volunteers. That means if you ask them nicely for something they'll probably help you, but you should do what you can to make their job easier.
Except the people we pay to do things, who are probably not members. We pay a cleaning service to clean the bathrooms and an electrician to run wires. The building owner pays roofers to roof and something is going on with the front of the building right now.
How to get Involved
All of these are optional ways you can get involved at PS:One.
- Join one of the Email Lists, if you're so inclined.
- Volunteering at PS:One
- Contact one of the Area Hosts to discuss project ideas, get certified on some of the equipment, or anything else you might need.
- Teach a class
- Skills Exchange: List of members, what skills they can offer, and which they hope to attain.
- Project Incubator: We come up with a bunch of random ideas. Let's try to write them down so we'll be more likely to remember them.
- Interest Groups
