Pikes Peak Makerspace Where America's mountain makers come to create! |
January 5, 2021
OPEN TO MEMBERS ONLY
If you are interested in joining or would like to take a tour, use the scheduling tool on our home page.
REQUIRED PRACTICES WHEN USING THE SPACE:
The following table summarizes how PPM capacity and activities will mirror the dial framework for El Paso County.
December 19, 2020
OPEN TO MEMBERS ONLY
If you are interested in joining or would like to take a tour, use the scheduling tool on our home page.
REQUIRED PRACTICES WHEN USING THE SPACE:
The following table summarizes how PPM capacity and activities will mirror the dial framework for El Paso County.
June 28, 2020 10:00am
Pikes Peak Makerspace has reconfigured the common areas and created multiple sanitation stations in the building. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible to follow the COVID-19 guidelines while using the space. We think you will like what you see!
Memberships are being reactivated and your renewal will occur on the same day of the month as usual. Access cards of members with current status as of March 2020 will be turned on June 29th.
While visiting, please join your fellow Makers in observing the following:
If you are interested in joining Pikes Peak Makerspace, please contact us to set up a tour and safety orientation.
If you are able to make a cash donation to Pikes Peak Makerspace, please visit https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
This is an active document that will be updated as the situation regarding COVID-19 changes.
Pikes Peak Makerspace has reconfigured the common areas and created multiple sanitation stations in the building. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible to follow the COVID-19 guidelines while using the space. We think you will like what you see!
Memberships are being reactivated and your renewal will occur on the same day of the month as usual. Access cards of members with current status as of March 2020 will be turned on June 29th.
While visiting, please join your fellow Makers in observing the following:
If you are interested in joining Pikes Peak Makerspace, please contact us to set up a tour and safety orientation.
If you are able to make a cash donation to Pikes Peak Makerspace, please visit https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
Last updated: 5/30/2020 - 5:53PM
Pikes Peak Makerspace COVID-19 Strategy
Please understand that we know we have a wonderful community that supports each other and we want to do what is right for each other and the community.
The rapidly evolving coronavirus [COVID-19] is impacting individuals and companies around the world. At Pikes Peak Makerspace, our highest priority is the health, safety, and well-being of our members and the community. Since COVID-19 spreads exponentially once it gets a foothold in a community, it’s critical that everybody and every organization do what they can RIGHT NOW to slow the spread. That means taking all the precautions the CDC recommends - PARTICULARLY MAINTAINING CLEANLINESS AND ADEQUATE SANITIZING SUPPLIES especially in the next days and weeks.For these reasons, we closed Pikes Peak Makerspace as of Monday, March 16, and are following a Phased approach in re-opening as described below. As of Friday, May 22nd we are open at a PHASE 1. Classes, tours and events are suspended indefinitely.
We realize this is a difficult time for all. We feel it is our civic duty to take the actions we have.
As circumstances evolve, we certainly want to find a safe way to make our space available for all members so we are looking at a phased approach for opening PPM. Here’s a high level summary of our current thinking:PHASE 0 - Shut down.
Time frame: indefinite - probably weeks
No one enters except Executive Director or a Board Member for any safety checks or to secure property. No members, classes, tours or events in the space.
PHASE 1 - Shut down with the exceptions noted below.
Time frame: indefinite - probably weeks
The only exception is for those whose income depends on having access to the Makerspace and to those with dedicated spaces. At this time we are not taking on new dedicated space members. We have talked with these individuals and come to an agreement on how they can make it as safe as possible with the knowledge that, depending on circumstances, PPM could close for everyone at any time. These individuals are in the space under the following guidelines:
PHASE 2 - Controlled access (for members ONLY - no guests)
Time Frame: when the peak infection rate has passed and there are assurances that the medical system can handle the virus and critical care as determined by the CDC and/or relevant governments - could be months
The following minimum processes are in place. (We will work with members to refine)
The space is off limits to anyone who is sick. A person needs to remain out of the space until they show no symptoms and do not have a temperature for 1 week. We believe it is in the best interest of our members for those who are infected or in contact with someone that is infected to please notify the Makerspace. (m@pikespeakmakerspace.org)
A scheduling process is in place to assure Social Distancing can be maintained.
Disinfectant procedures for those utilizing the space are in place, tested, and understood.
Signs and materials are readily available to assure ease of performing as described above.
Safety orientation is reworked and tested that includes the steps above and includes agreeing to follow the CDC guidelines - All members will be required to go through this orientation and sign off on a document saying they understand and agree to the requirements before re-entering PPM.
Guidelines and requirements for personal protection gear is in place - not only for virus protection but for injury safety protection.
PHASE 3 - Enhanced operations to include what makes sense from the past plus new ideas
Time Frame:when the CDC and/or relevant governments declare it’s safe for “normal” operations
Celebrate how the community managed to thrive through trying times
Keep the appropriate processes in place that make sense
Enjoy the enhanced experience we can now have because of all we learned