TheoRockNazz Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 Howdy guys,I've been a knifemaker in NYC for a few years now, and periodically teach a friend how to make a knife. I'm setting up my forge in a new shop, large enough to have a friend or two join me for some forging fun, and was wondering what the protocol is when teaching. Keep in mind it's not a formal class, but besides liability paperwork what else should I gather up?The shop belongs to a small business, so they may be able to help me out... if I knew exactly what I needed, haha.Any advice is welcome and appreciated,Theo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 Let's see, blacksmithing is hot, heavy, sharp, or dangerous. Then you add knives, sharp and pointy things to the mix. What could go wrong? (grin) Have everyone sign a waiver. List all the body parts you can do without, left ear lobe, right pinkie toe etc At the end of the list have them sign and print their name. Under that is I understand that it is my personal responsibility to protect all items not listed above. Then have them sign and print their name. This is in addition to any other waiver or contract your attorney may suggest. In todays world everybody is friends until someone gets hurt and thinks they deserve paid. In your case there is also a business involved, so cover all your bases well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoRockNazz Posted September 25, 2012 Author Share Posted September 25, 2012 Haha. Thanks Glenn, I will make sure to have them sign a comprehensive waiver. I'm sure the business owner will request the lawyer to take a look at things beforehand too. Then we play with hot sharp objects... just kidding :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Gaddis Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 one of the most overlooked pieces of paperwork goes along with policy...no not the insurance policy. It has to do with not only acceptance.of responsibility but understanding what is going on and how it may affect their lives. They must understand that a mistake on their part can cause themselves pain or worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoRockNazz Posted September 26, 2012 Author Share Posted September 26, 2012 Thanks for the heads up guys! Hopefully soon my friends will know the joy we thrive on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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