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{{RiskAssessment
|name           = FDM Printing
|assessmentType = Activity
|reviewed       = 2024-11-10
|nextReview     = 2025-11-10

|notes          = An induction is not required for our Ender 3 and Ender 5 FDM printers.

|risk_1         = '''Minor burns''' due from the print nozzle and/or bed during operating.
|mitigation_1   = The nozzle has appropriate safety warnings. Members are advised to do some self study and be aware of risks of FDM printing. In more serious cases, a burns gel kit is available in the [[Blue Room]] kitchenette. The next nearest burns kit is in the [[Kitchen]] on top of the microwave. 
|score_1        = 3 / 2
|mitscore_1     = 1

|risk_2         = '''Electrical Shock''' due to damaged cabling or poor earthing. 
|mitigation_2   = Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is performed according to a schedule. A visual inspection of the appliance should take place prior to use of a soldering iron.
|score_2        = 5 / 1
|mitscore_2     = 1

|risk_3         = '''Ventilation''' due to printing fumes
|mitigation_3   = A window is available in the printing area which we would recommend leaving  open while printing, although PLA and PETG poses fairly minimal risk. We do not allow printing of ABS in the space.
|score_3        = 1 / 3
|mitscore_3     = 2
}}