Workshop Safety

It is important to us that all artists and guests participating in the experience workshops stay safe.

The Glass Asylum has developed policies and procedures for studio use in order to provide a safe learning environment. Every person using the studio must read and sign an ‘Assumption of Risk and Release’ form and is responsible for knowing the policy and procedures outlined below. All persons who use the Glass Asylum Studio must be in good health and over the age of 6 (with parental consent.) *Any children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the studio at all times.

Safety

It is most important to be aware of yourself, others, your surroundings – and of course the glass. The tools and glass are very hot. If at any time during your workshop you would prefer not to complete a certain step or activity, please let us know. This workshop is about having fun and offers you an opportunity to explore the process of working with hot glass. We will give you a safety demonstration before starting your workshop.

In the unlikely event that there is an accident, burn or cut, report it immediately to your instructor. If you feel dizzy, weak or in need of a break, notify staff immediately, get away from the furnace and glory holes to rest and rehydrate. Water is available in the studio. We recommend drinking water or sports drinks to keep hydrated, especially if it is hot.

We are a smoke free environment. You may smoke outside of the building in designated areas.

Attire

While in the studio area, protective eye wear must be worn at all times. Safety glasses are available at the studio or you may wear your own safety glasses, sun glasses or prescription glasses. Closed toed shoes are strongly recommended. Please dress for the weather as the studio gets very warm depending on the season. We recommend bringing a hair tie or bandana to tie back long hair if needed.

Pick Up

All glass must go through an annealing process and cool for at least 72 hours in our kiln. We will recommend pick-up times to you during your initial visit. For out of town students, we can mail your work to you for an additional fee.