Assess Ventilation CFM
30 minutesassess ventilation cfm with precision, following established glassblowing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Beginner1 week
Studio Safety Setup
Learn studio safety setup from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
studio ownersinstructors
Workflow
Install Eye and Burn Protection
45 minutesinstall eye and burn protection with precision, following established glassblowing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Place Fire Extinguishers
60 minutesplace fire extinguishers with precision, following established glassblowing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Train Emergency Shutdown
75 minutestrain emergency shutdown with precision, following established glassblowing methods and verifying results at each stage.
Schedule Equipment Inspection
1-2 hoursschedule equipment inspection with precision, following established glassblowing methods and verifying results at each stage.
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Studio Safety Setup ReferenceTable
Key benchmarks for studio safety setup.
| Process | Temp °F | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gather | 2100 | Clear marver |
| Work | 1800-2000 | Keep turning |
| Anneal | 950 hold | By thickness |
Annealing HoldFormula
Hold time (min) ≈ thickness² × coefficient for soda-lime
Hot Shop SafetyStandard
Always gather with punty or blowpipe — never bare hands near glory hole.
Reference Photos
Take photos at each stage to track progress and troubleshoot if results differ from expectations.
Documentation
Record settings, measurements, and techniques that produced good results for future reference.
Material Hazards
Read material safety data sheets before handling unfamiliar materials or chemicals.
Safety Notes
- Hot glass above 1000°F causes instant burns — always assume tools and punty ends are hot.
- Ensure studio ventilation removes silica dust and combustion byproducts from glory hole and furnace.