Use of The Clemson Makerspace and equipment is intended to support coursework, personal learning and open research. Our goal is to create a safe, inclusive environment for all students, staff and faculty.
Makerspace and campus policies
The Clemson Makerspace is a shared space. Makerspace users are responsible for learning and following the policies outlined in the Required Safety Training. Knowingly or unknowingly violating The Clemson Makerspace policies comes with consequences. Repeated violations are handled through our three strikes policy and may result in loss of access.
When in doubt whether an action will violate shop policy or safe usage, please check in with the staff at makerspace@clemson.edu.
Waiver Agreement
Agreement with the Makerspace policies and waiver agreement are required for use of the space and equipment.
Clemson University Assumption of Risk and Release from Liability
I acknowledge that I am a student or employee at Clemson University (UNIVERSITY). I would like to participate in the following ACTIVITY: Making which is sponsored by the Clemson University Makerspace. In consideration for being allowed to participate in this ACTIVITY, I the undersigned, acknowledge, appreciate and agree that:
1. There are inherent risks involved with this ACTIVITY, including but not limited to burns or cuts, and I choose to voluntarily participate in this ACTIVITY with full knowledge that said ACTIVITY may be hazardous to me and my property. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risk of loss, property damage or personal injury, including death, which may be sustained by me as a result of my participation.
2. I certify that I have adequate health insurance necessary to provide for and pay any medical costs that may directly or indirectly result from my participation in this ACTIVITY.
3. I understand that this ACTIVITY may be physically strenuous and I know of no medical reason why I should not participate.
4. I hereby release, waive, and discharge Clemson University and its Board of Trustees, its officers, agents, employees and representatives from all claims, demands, liabilities, rights and causes of action of whatever kind or nature, that may result from or occur during my participation in this ACTIVITY, whether caused by negligence of the UNIVERSITY, its Board of Trustees, officers, agents, employees or representatives or otherwise. I also agree to indemnify and hold harmless the UNIVERSITY for any loss, liability, damage or costs, including court costs and attorney’s fees that may occur as a result of my negligent or intentional act or omission while participating in this ACTIVITY.
Acknowledgement of Specific Conditions: I acknowledge that if, due to my negligent and misuse of shop equipment, repairs are required, I will be liable to pay for such repairs, and must re-attend the General Workshop Safety Orientation.
Minors under the age of 18: Please have a parent or guardian respond to this question.
Acknowledgement of Specific Conditions: I acknowledge that my TigerOne card and equipment trainings are not transferable. Fraudulent use or other policy violations will result in cancellation of privileges and access to the maker space as referred to in the shop and campus policies section of this waiver.
Minors under the age of 18: Please have a parent or guardian respond to this question.
Acknowledgement of Understanding: I have read this Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement, fully understand its terms, and understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue. I acknowledge that I am completing the agreement freely and voluntarily, and intend it, by my electronic submission to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law.
Minors under the age of 18: Please have a parent or guardian respond to this question.
Clemson University Authorization for Use of Photographic/Image/Video/Voice Recording
I hereby grant permission to Clemson University and its representatives and employees to take photographs or videos of me, to make recordings of my voice, and to obtain a transcript of my spoken or written words during my participation in the Clemson University Makerspace. I give Clemson University permission to use these images, recordings, and spoken or written comments, as well as my name, likeness, voice and biographical information as follows:
To copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, display and perform.To use in composite or modified forms in any media, now known or later developed, including but not limited to publications, newspapers, television, radio, sound track recording, motion picture, filmstrip, still photograph, the Internet, the world wide web, or any transcript.For purposes including but not limited to education, research, trade, advertising, and promotion of Reading Recovery throughout the world and in perpetuity.
I agree that I will receive no further consideration, other than that already received, for these uses and that Clemson University owns all rights to the images and recordings. I waive the right to inspect or approve uses of the images, recordings or written copies.
Minors under the age of 18: Please have a parent or guardian respond to this question.