During our induction it was a requirement that we became familiar with the machinery in the wood workshop. This meant we needed to prove we could comprehensively use the equipment such and the band saws and the sanding machines, so that in the future we would be able to use them independently and safely.
Our induction task was to make a wooded box, this meant measuring the halfway marks in the wood and removing sections so that the pieces could interlock and be glued and clamped together.
Although wood would not be my chosen material, I found it helpful to learn the techniques and processes to use and I can see how it will be relevant technique to bank if ever I need it.
Lara Hoad Artist Designer: Maker 