Prioritizing Safety & Comprehensive Training

North Forge is dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming environment for all members, regardless of experience level. We believe that training should be accessible to everyone, which is why we offer comprehensive training programs for users at all stages of their journey. With the integration of immersive technology, we not only ensure safety but also enhance awareness, allowing all members—whether highly trained or just starting out—to thrive in our well-supported space.

Safety Orientation Form

Safety Incident & Near Miss Report

SAFE Work Certified

North Forge’s FabLab is proud to be SAFE Work Certified, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all users. This certification, recognized across industries, reflects our adherence to core safety principles, including leadership commitment, proactive hazard identification, risk control, and active worker participation.

As a SAFE Work Certified facility, our FabLab follows stringent safety standards, ensuring that everyone—from employees to innovators—has a secure space to create, collaborate, and innovate.

VR Safety Learning Experience

With assistance from the Worker’s Compensation Board of Manitoba and SAFE Work Manitoba, a VR Safety Learning Experience was created by Bit Space Development to bring attention to critical areas and the pieces of equipment that are considered high risk within the FabLab.

This remote training method was developed to help members understand and demonstrate Safe Work Procedures; keep current with safety improvements; understand and follow personal protective equipment guidelines; demonstrate usage of specific machine hazards and control methods, and understand the FabLab member responsibilities.

Explore Key Areas and Equipment in VR

To view the key areas and equipment in VR, please click on a room:

Bockstael Carpentry Room

Princess Auto Tool Room

Get the Training

Training is required for the use of most equipment in the FabLab to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all members. All equipment training sessions are offered at a rate of $60 + GST per hour. Members can reach out to the FabLab team to learn more and book relevant trainings. To explore the full list of available training sessions, please visit the link below.

FabLab Trainings

Maker requests

At North Forge FabLab, you can hire our skilled members to bring your ideas to life, even if you’re not a member.

With over $4M in cutting-edge equipment, including metalworking, woodworking, 3D printing, and laser engraving, our FabLab is equipped to handle any project quickly and efficiently.

Fill out the form below, and one of our expert makers will contact you to discuss your project and next steps.

Submit a Maker Request

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Safety Incident and Near Miss Report

Reporting Member First name

Reporting Member Last name

Incident Member First Name

Incident Member Last Name

Date and time of near miss or incident

Year

Month

Day

Time

HoursMinutes

Location of near miss or incident

Witness(es) of near miss or incident

Description of near miss or incident

Description of injury (if applicable)

Property Damage?

Yes

Description of property damage

Severity of incident or near miss (check all that apply)

1 - Near miss

2 - Minor Incident - Ex: First aid only injury.

3 - Minor Incident – Ex: Injury requiring medical treatment.

4 - Serious Incident – Ex: Fire, electrical contact, unconscious as a result of a concussion, fractured bone(s), third degree burns, permanent or temporary loss of sight, cut or laceration requiring treatment at a hospital, asphyxiation or poisoning.

5 - Serious Incident that resulted in a fatality.

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