Minors in the Shop

On 2026-07-21 the Board of Directors adopted the Minor Safety Policy (Minors in Hazardous Work Areas). This page is a short summary. The policy itself is the official text; see Policies: Minor Safety Policy.

To be confirmed: the full adopted policy text is not yet published. This summary covers only what the board minutes record as adopted. It will be expanded once the final text is filed.

What the policy says

• A minor is anyone under 18.
• Minors are not permitted in hazardous work areas of the shop.
• The Board of Directors has the final say on all cases the policy applies to, including approving exceptions case by case.

What this means for members

• Do not bring anyone under 18 into the shop areas. The orientation materials put it this way: no guests under 18 in the shop, except during special events or with board approval.
• If you have a group or a situation you think deserves an exception (for example, an organized educational visit), ask the board before the visit. Email info@waukeshamakers.com.
• For general guest rules, see New Member Guide: Guests, Family Members and Pets.