The main purpose of the safety training was to familiarize students with the software needed for the vinyl cutting, the vinyl cutter itself, and the post-production process. In addition to that, students had to learn how to use tools safely.
The process of vinyl cutting consists of some important steps. First, we need to set up the machine and feed vinyl to it properly. Then we need to import our SVG file in Inkscape. Then, it is important to perform a test cut before starting the main cut. After starting the cut it is important to watch the whole process of cutting aka. babysit the machine. One of the main hazards in this process is the cutting blade of the machine which is very sharp.
Post-production process:
- weeding (removing vinyl from the ground area). In this step, it is crucial to work carefully because this process includes the use of an X-Acto Knife which is extremely sharp. To perform weeding successfully it is important to use fresh blades in the X-Acto knife, but it is also important to remember no to throw away used blades into the trash can and use the special containers.
- application of transferring tape
- transferring decal to the surface
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