====== Storage ======

We have two storage systems at Hackspace. If you want to leave something at the space between visits, you can use one of these systems to do so. You *must not* leave anything at the space outside of these systems.

==== Storage System 1: Storage Slots ====

Storage Slots are spaces on racking which you can book for a short time. They are intended for materials or assemblies related to your current active project, or as a place to lay up your work while the glue or paint dries.

Storage Slots come in a variety of shapes and sizes. You can find them in the Storage Room downstairs.

You can book a slot for up to 4 weeks, and can only have 1 slot booked at a time.

During the last 10 days of a booking, you have the option of extending it once by another 2 weeks. 

When you're done with the slot, you can release your booking so someone else can use the slot.

Once a booking expires or is released, there is a two week period where you can't book the same slot again. This is to prevent people hording a slot indefinitely, and to make sure slots remain available for everyone.

Use the Membership Portal to see which slots are currently available to book, to book a slot, to extend your booking, or to release your booking.

We will warn you by email when your slot booking is going to expire, and again when it expires. Stuff left in a slot after a booking has expired could be disposed of without further warning.

==== Storage System 2: Project Boxes ====

Project Boxes are small plastic tubs you can use for a longer period.

You can find Project Boxes on the box racking the Storage Room downstairs and in the Long Room upstairs.

You are only allowed to have 1 Project Box at a time. A box booking lasts for 90 days, but you can renew it as often as you want.

To book a Project Box, you first need to find one with an expired sticker (or no sticker). If you find one, you can book it by using the Membership Portal to print a sticker to put onto the box. To extend your booking, print a new sticker.

The contents of your Project Box must fit inside with the lid fastened, and all Project Boxes must be kept on the box racking.

==== Fair Use of Storage: ===

Storage space is at a premium in the Hackspace, so please be community-spirited when storing stuff, and bare in mind the following:
  * Book the smallest slot that your stuff will fit in.
  * Release your booking once you are finished with it.
  * Empty the slot or box when you're done with it. Don't leave your junk for someone else to deal with.
  * Only claim a Project Box if you actually need one.
  * Only use the storage systems for their intended purpose.
  * Never store your stuff anywhere else. Doing so is anti-social and potentially dangerous.

There are some things you must never store in the space, even in a booked slot or a box. These include:
  * Lithium batteries, unless they are undamaged and currently part of a consumer device (like a laptop or phone).
  * Flammable liquids such as petrol or white spirit.

Storing stuff outside of these systems could result in a formal complaint, and a risk your membership. It also risks your stuff being mistaken for abandoned rubbish and being disposed of without warning.
 
**Hackspace accepts no liability whatsoever for anything stored on our premises. Do not store high value items at the space.**