How old do you have to be to use a library makerspace?

“Yes! The Lab is open to makers of all ages. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.”

“No users under the age of 8 allowed inside without a parent or guardian.”

Forms and waivers: Waiver for Levels 2 and 3; under-18 waiver completed by parent or guardian

“Open to ages 8 & up with a valid Whittier Public Library card or Photo ID.”

Forms and waivers: Valid Whittier Public Library card or Photo ID required

“Participation in Open Lab requires an active Library card , and a completed Maker User Agreement. Makers must be nine or older to attend Open Lab. Reservations Recommended For: 3D Scanners Audiovisual Digitization Embroidery Machine and Serger Glass Kiln Glowforge Laser Cutters Glowforge Lasercutter requires certification and is restricted to Makers age 18+”

Forms and waivers: Active Library card and completed Maker User Agreement required

“Makers under age 9 or minors whose behavior requires supervision must be with their parents or caregivers in the FFL Fab Lab at times.”

“Joliet Public Library cardholders 9-years old and above are eligible to use the DMS without a parent or guardian.”

“Please note a signed liability waiver is required for any activity in The Foundry makerspace. Age Requirements The Foundry may be used by patrons 9 years and older.”

Forms and waivers: Signed liability waiver required

“Children under 5 years old are NOT allowed in the Makerspace.”

Not allowed under 5.

“Per library policy, children aged 8 and under must be adequately supervised by a parent or other responsible person aged 12 or older at all times on Library premises.”

“Anyone with a signed waiver can visit DAM. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult/caregiver; see Safe Child Policy for details.”

Forms and waivers: Signed waiver required

“If Maker is under the age of 18, they must have a guardian sign the waiver. If Maker is under the age of 10, they must be accompanied by an adult who has also attended Makerspace 101.”

Forms and waivers: Waiver required; guardian must sign if under 18

“Children under the age of 10 cannot be left unattended in the Hive.”

“Each user of MakerSpace equipment must read and sign the Makerspace agreement. Users under the age of 18 will need a parent's signature. ● Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.”

Forms and waivers: Maker agreement must be signed by every user; under 18 needs parent/guardian signature

“Individuals younger than 10 years of age must have a guardian present in our Makerspaces.”

“In the design lab, children under 10 must be accompanied by a supervising adult at all times.”

“These spaces are for everyone; however, patrons under the age of 10 must have a parent or guardian present who will be responsible for that child while in the Makerspace or Studio E.”

“Patrons under age 18 must have the waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Appropriate Use of Space Users must be ages 11+ to be in the Innovation Center without a parent/guardian.”

Forms and waivers: Online Usage Agreement/Liability Waiver; under 18 needs parent or guardian signature

“You must be 11 or older to use the Collaboratory and Digitization Room without an adult, and be 12 or older if you are monitoring those under the age of 11.”

“Users of the makerspace under age 11 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times to ensure responsible use of the facility.”

“The Studio is designed for ages 11 and up. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.”

“All customers are welcome in the Makerspace, but for safety reasons only customers age 12 or above may use Makerspace facilities and equipment. Customers under the age of 18 must have a caregiver's approval to operate Makerspace machines.”

Forms and waivers: Caregiver's approval required for under 18 to operate machines

Not allowed under 12.

“Ages 12+ can use the space independently Ages 11 and under must be with an adult Click here to sign our User Agreement and prepare for your first visit to the CO+LAB”

Forms and waivers: User Agreement to sign before first visit

“Age Limits: The Makerspace is open to Bloomingdale Public Library cardholders ages 12-adult.”

“The Innovation Lab shall only be used for its intended purpose of creating, editing, and/or modifying projects. An adult must be present with any child under the age of 12.”

“The Maker Space is open to patrons 12 and above. Children ages 11 and under may use the Maker Space with an adult caregiver.”

“The space is designed for independent use for patrons ages 12 and up and supervised use for children under the age of 12.”

“Equipped with a variety of tools and equipment, we offer a hands-on learning environment for individuals ages 12 and up.”

“MakerSpace is available to patrons ages 12+.”

“Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.”

“Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. From ages 12 and up, users are welcome in on their own.”

“Users under age 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.”

Forms and waivers: Maker Agreement Form required; valid library card

“We welcome all Makers ages 12 and up. Children under 12 are not permitted during Drop-in Hours .”

“A training appointment is required prior to the use of any of our equipment. Ages 18 + for Glowforge Training Ages 12+ for all other equipment”

“Any user under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.”

“Anyone using the IDEA Lab will need a current KCPL library card in good standing and a signed Makerspace Agreement form*. Some of our equipment also requires training before use. Children 11 and under must always have a guardian with them in the IDEA Lab.”

Forms and waivers: Library card and signed Makerspace Agreement form required

“Parents or guardians assume responsibility for their children's use of the MakerSpace equipment. Children under 12 must be supervised by their adult caregiver while using MakerSpace equipment.”

“Users ages 12 to 17 must have a parent or legal guardian sign an agreement form on their behalf before using the space.”

Forms and waivers: Parent or legal guardian must sign an agreement form for ages 12-17

“Open to all makers, ages 8 and up. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult who has completed any necessary equipment training.”

“Patrons ages 12 and up may use the Innovation Room independently. Patrons ages 11 and under may use the Innovation Room if supervised by an adult at all times.”

“16+: Allowed un accompanied 12-15: Parent must accompany to Safety Class, can make independently after 8-11: Parent must accompany and be present during entire make Under 7: Not allowed inside the Makerspace”

Not allowed under 7.

“The Learning Lab is available to library patrons ages 12 and up with a current Hickory Public Library card. Patrons must sign the user agreement policy and participate in a free orientation session conducted by library staff before using the Lab.”

Forms and waivers: Must sign the user agreement policy; current library card required.

“The Maker Lab is available for use for any person over the age of 12 years old with a completed liability waiver and maker agreement. Due to liability, we cannot accept anyone under the age of 12 to use or accompany someone using the space.”

Forms and waivers: Completed liability waiver and maker agreement required

Not allowed under 12.

“Those cardholders under 12 years of age must be accompanied by a caregiver over the age of 18.”

“Adults and children age 12 and older can use the Level 2 Tech Center independently. Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult who is certified to use the equipment.”

“Now we are excited to move onto our drop-in hours phase, where youth and adults (ages 12+) are welcome to come in during Open hours and, with the guidance of a trained teen volunteer or the Teen Services & Makerspace Librarian, explore the possibilities and use the available equipment.”

“Users must be at least 12 years of age. Users under age 12 must be supervised by a parent/legal guardian to use makerspace equipment.”

“Maker services are available to patrons ages 12+. All patrons ages 12+ must complete any required training and have the associated equipment badge. Ages 11 & under are to be accompanied by a guardian at all times.”

“Users must be over the age of 13 and have signed the Accident/Liability form. If under the age of 13, adult supervision is required at all times while using the makerspace.”

Forms and waivers: Accident/Liability waiver form signed

“To work independently and reserve sessions you must be over 13 or older. Persons under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or other caregiver at all times.”

“Makers under 17 must have a parent or guardian present to sign Maker Waiver Form. Makers under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.”

Forms and waivers: Parent or guardian must be present to sign Maker Waiver Form for makers under 17

“Minors under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attending them in the Tech Wing. Minors between the ages of 13-17 must have a parent or guardian sign the Release & Hold Harmless Agreement and the Internet Access Policy to use certain equipment.”

Forms and waivers: Parent or guardian must sign Release & Hold Harmless Agreement and Internet Access Policy for ages 13-17

“Makers under 13 need to be accompanied at all times by an adult guardian.”

“You must sign a waiver to use lab equipment. Parents must sign with minors under 18 . A parent or adult guardian must accompany all children 12 years of age and younger when using the lab.”

Forms and waivers: Waiver required; parents must sign for minors under 18

“Library users under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 18 years old or older.”

“The Makerspace is open to all ages, but an adult must accompany children ages 12 and younger.”

“Anyone under 18 must have a parent's signature for a library card and the Imagine Lab Release Form. Anyone under 13 must have an adult with them at all times while using the lab.”

Forms and waivers: Signed Imagine Lab Release Form required for each user; under 18 needs parent's signature on release form and library card application.

“Prince William Public Libraries' Makerspaces are designed for patrons 13 years old and older. Children age 12 and younger must be directly supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.”

Forms and waivers: Release of all Claims, Assumption of the Risk, and Permission to Use My Photograph/Likeness form must be signed before entering

“Any patron under 18 must have their parent or legal guardian's signature on the Maker Metro Release of Liability form. • Any patron under 13 must always have an adult with them while using Maker Metro.”

Forms and waivers: Signed release of liability required; parent/guardian signature if under 18

“Patrons are required to sign the "Waiver and Release of Liability Form" prior to using any Makerspace equipment. A parent or legal guardian must sign the "Waiver and Release of Liability Form" for any patron under the age of 18 years prior to using any Makerspace equipment. Patrons under the age of 13 years must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18 while visiting the Makerspace regardless of whether any tool, machinery, or equipment is being used by the child.”

Forms and waivers: Waiver and Release of Liability Form required; parent or guardian signs for under 18

“Parent/Guardian supervision is required for patrons under the age of 13.”

“Age restrictions: All creative spaces are designated for use by persons age 13 and older. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or legal guardian at all times.”

“Ages 13 and up may use the MakerLab. Youth under 13 may use the MakerLab if they are accompanied by a parent or guardian, who the Library will consider the responsible party, or if they are participating in a Library sponsored program.”

“If children are over the age of 13, they are free to participate in activities alone. Children 12 years and younger cannot be left unsupervised without a parent or guardian in the building.”

“Adults are welcome to use Maker Studio independently after signing a waiver. Teens must have the permission of their legal guardian, who signs a waiver on their behalf. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.”

Forms and waivers: Adults sign a waiver; teens need legal guardian permission and a guardian-signed waiver; some tools require in-house competency training.

“The space is open to all ages however, those under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.”

“Creation Lab users must also sign a Use Agreement before being allowed to work in the Lab. Patrons under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult while in the Creation Lab.”

Forms and waivers: Use Agreement must be signed; valid library card required

“The Idea Studio is open to anyone 13 years old or older. Those under 13 are also welcome in the space as long as they come in with a responsible caretaker/guardian who remains in the space with them to supervise them”

“Visitors under age 13 must be directly supervised by an adult age 18 or older when participating in Makerspace Activities.”

Forms and waivers: Makerspace Use Agreement must be signed; parent or legal guardian signs for under 18.

“Parent/guardian permission is required for cardholders ages 13-17. Children 12 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the same station in the labs; children cannot use a station by themselves.”

Forms and waivers: Parent/guardian permission required for ages 13-17

“Users aged 13 to 17 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the agreement form on their behalf. An adult must accompany users under age 13 in the MakerSpace at all times, unless the child is attending a Makerspace program.”

Forms and waivers: Makerspace Agreement must be signed; ages 13-17 need a parent or guardian signature on the form.

“Please note that anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of their visit.”

“Patrons aged 13 years and older can use the MakerStudio under st aff supervision. • Patrons aged 7-12 years old may use the MakerStudio if supervised b y parent or guardian at all times.”

“Maker Studio appointments are available for ages 13 and up. Those ages 8-12 must have a caregiver age 13 or older accompany them.”

“Children ages 12 and under may use the space as long as they are supervised by an adult at all times.”

Forms and waivers: Sign makerspace policy and liability waiver

“Makers under age 13 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver in the Makerspace unless they are part of a program in which case those rules/limits will apply.”

“The Makery is open to individuals 13 and older (or with a caregiver) on the 2 nd Wednesday of each month from 3:00-6:00 PM.”