Health and Safety – Guidelines and Documents

Eye Protection

The all important health and safety rules to take note of whilst using the B.15 Workshop facilities. It is mandatory that all users must have completed the induction videos as directed followed by a one to one induction with us and that they have received and read the General Users Guide.

For the most recent General Users Guide document for the B.15 Workshop please click here to view as a PDF file.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) including Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) requirements can be found by all machines. Always ask for assistance when using a machine for the first time or when you are uncertain about any aspect of the task you are wanting to complete.

Current Risk assessments and Standard operating Procedures can be found at this link. You will require your University of Manchester Student login details to gain access.

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B.15 Summer Access July 2026

Dear students,

Unfortunately due to an unexpected staff shortage we’ll be unable to open B.15 on the following days in July:

Monday 6th Full Day / Wednesday 8th Full Day

Monday 13th Afternoon / Wednesday 15th Full Day

Monday 20th Afternoon / Wednesday 22nd Full Day / Thursday 23rd Morning

Monday 27th Afternoon / Wednesday 29th Full Day

Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

As always, any students wanting to use the space should speak with us at the earliest time to ensure the best possible outcomes for your project. Drop in to the workshop to discuss your ideas when you can.

-B.15 team

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