Revelstoke Idea Factory Member Policy

These policies have been designed to ensure our members and staff can conduct their work effectively in a safe, clean and respectful environment. Abide by the Revelstoke Idea Factory (RIF) Code of Conduct and follow all directions of the RIF staff.

Violations may result in refusal of service and/or membership cancellation.

Safety

  • RIF contains tools that can cause serious bodily harm. All activities are taken at your own risk. Members/users may be harmed by the negligence of other people. 

  • Personal entertainment devices with ear pieces cannot be used while using the equipment.

  • Don’t work in the lab if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Do not work while tired, distracted or upset. Those found under the influence of intoxicating substances will have their membership revoked.

Member Access

  • Select from the membership options in our store and enter your payment details. Please note that monthly memberships are activated from the date of purchase.

  • Building access details will be emailed to you. Download the app and scan at entry points to get in and out of the building.

  • No member may provide their security access to any other person for access to RIF. 

 Age Restrictions:

  • Children under age of 8 are not permitted into the space unless they are participating in an organized program.

  • Children between the ages of 8 and 15 can enter the space for free, but must be accompanied by an adult member at all times, unless they are participating in an organized program.

  • Youth between the ages of 16 and 18 can apply for a student membership, and can enter the space unaccompanied, but the membership waiver must be completed by the parent or guardian. 

Clean Workspace 

Taking care of your mess will ensure a safe and clean working environment for all. Clean the workspace immediately after use and put reusable materials and tools back to their original location. If an area is found dirty or if equipment malfunctioning, please report issues to the lab supervisor on site or email info@revelstokeideafactory.ca

Food

Food is not to be consumed in the lab at any time. No exceptions.

 Membership Cancellation 

Late membership cancellation fee: Memberships cancelled after payments have been processed, will be subject to a 25% cancellation fee.  Membership cancellations must be completed online through the membership portal.

Storage

  • There is no space for storage - what you bring in you must take out.

  • Any materials left at RIF for over a month will be given away or thrown out. RIF takes no responsibility for a member’s lost, damaged or stolen property.

  • Members will be fined for dumping large items at RIF.

Tool Booking - Coming in 2022…

  • Use of RIF tools require tool-specific orientation classes at additional cost. See the RIF website for schedule and to book online.

  • Refer to the tool booking policy tool booking guidelines.

  • RIF does not guarantee the availability of its tools. We strive to maintain the equipment to the best possible standard, however, cannot guarantee that the machines will be operational at all times.

Dogs

     With the exception of service animals, dogs are not allowed in the building.