How to Join Protospace
Prospective Member
Step 1
Get a tour. Meet people. Ask Questions.
Step 2
Take an Application Form, read it over, fill it in.
Step 3
Sign the Application.
Step 4
Sign the Release Agreement
Step 5
Pay your dues (Paypal, Interac Email, Cash or Cheque).
Your trial membership starts
Trial (Probationary) Member
Step 6
Use the space as a trial (probationary) member for 1 to 2 months.
- You can use the space when other members are present.
- Before using any tools, you must complete the General Safety Course.
- To get the most benefit from your trial month, visit often and read and participate in the Protospace Discussion e-mail list.
Step 7
Seek two existing members as sponsors. Be approved by the membership.
Your full membership Starts
Full (Vetted) Member
Step 8
As a full member,
- Request your own key card/fob for 24x7 access.
- Request a storage shelf to leave items at the space.
- Review the “First In/Last Out” (opening and locking) instructions.
- Understand the culture, etiquette and protocols around large projects, or bringing in new tools or equipment.
- Participate in administrative discussions. Help build consensus.
- Vote on issues as needed.
- Keep your dues current.
- Make stuff! Do stuff!
- Be excellent to others, and welcome the next new member!