# Working Alone

You are allowed to work alone at the makerspace. Many memberships include 24/7 access, so there will be times when you are the only person in the building.

If you are doing something that could be dangerous, we strongly encourage you to:

- **Let someone know you are in the space.** Post in **#general** on Discord when you arrive and when you leave.
- **Ask someone to check in on you** occasionally while you work.
- **Keep your phone with you** so you can call 911 if you need to. The address for emergency services is on **Shop Safety: Emergency Information**.

Working alone is also a good reason to slow down. Nobody is there to notice a problem, hit a stop switch or help you, so stick to tasks you are trained and comfortable with, and save the unfamiliar or risky jobs for when someone else is around.