Classes and Workshops

CANCELLATION POLICY

The goal of our cancellation policy is to be fair and flexible to our workshop participants and the Center. When making your plans, please consider the following: planning for your arrival means purchasing supplies, making a commitment to the instructor, and in the case of a full class, holding a spot that someone else could potentially take. 

Once students are accepted into a class, cancellation fees apply. 

For Multi-Day Workshops:

Cancellation more than 3 weeks prior to the first day of class results in a cancellation fee of 50% of the amount you paid. The balance of what you’ve paid will be transferred as a credit to another workshop date of your choosing. If you choose a workshop with a cost that exceeds your balance, you will be responsible for the difference. Cancellation 3 weeks or less before the start date of the workshop results in a cancellation fee of 100% of the amount. 

For 3-Hour Workshops:

Cancellation more than 1 week prior to the first day of class results in a cancellation fee of 50% of the amount you paid. The balance of what you’ve paid will be transferred as a credit to another workshop date of your choosing. If you choose a workshop with a cost that exceeds your balance, you will be responsible for the difference. Cancellation 1week or less before the start date of the workshop results in a cancellation fee of 100% of the amount. 

Cancellations are to be made by contacting the instructor (you will receive the instructor contact information after registration).  

TRANSFER OF REGISTRATION

Registrations are transferrable to another student. Contact your instructor to arrange the transfer and provide contact information for the new student. Replacement students will be accepted once they confirm agreement with our policies. Any financial arrangements are between you and your replacement. 

Cancellation rules still apply for your replacement: if they cancel more than 3 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop, there is a 50% cancellation fee and the remainder will be retained as a credit for the original registrant. Cancellation 3 weeks or less before the start of a workshop results in a 100% cancellation fee.

INSUFFICIENT REGISTRATION

Due to workshop overhead expenses, a minimum of 5 students must be registered in order to hold the class. If that number is not reached, the workshop will be cancelled and you will receive notification 3 weeks before the start date of your workshop (or 1 week for the case of 3-Hour workshops). You will receive a full refund, or if you prefer, a transfer of your full payment to a future workshop of equal value. The Carpenter Enamel Center cannot be held responsible for any lost hotel or air fare costs due to workshop cancellation.

LIABILITY POLICY

Student agrees not to hold Carpenter Enamel Center, its staff and board of directors, and instructor(s) of workshop responsible for any accidental injuries or illnesses the student may contract during the workshop. 

SAFETY POLICIES

Furnace (Kiln) Firing Safety:

1. Wear eye protection (students are responsible to bring their own eye protective glasses). *This is not a requirement. For most this is a minimal issue as we will not be staring into the furnace, but if you are concerned, bring protective eyeglasses.

2. Wear heat resistant gloves (provided).

3. Wear closed toe shoes.

4. Assume everything around furnace (kiln) in firing area (trivets and firing racks) are HOT!

5. Do not touch anything with bare fingers and hands unless the object has been checked to see if it is hot. Hold back of hand above object to feel for any heat.

6.  Do not remove hot things from furnace area.

7. Do not remove trivets, firing racks, spatulas or trowels from firing area.

8. If an accident happens (a hot trivet falls to the floor) do not panic. Use pliers or trowel to move or pick up hot item. Do not worry about floor. Worry about being burned.

9. Note where the fire extinguishers are located on wall.

10. Aloe plant in front hall for burns. Burn ointment and first aid items located in shelf next to fire extinguisher.

Sifting/Handling Enamel:

1. Wear protective dust mask provided in workshop.

2. Wash your hands prior to eating. Do not eat or drink around your work area.

3. Keep your work area neat and clean.

Sifting/Handling Enamel:

1. No long hair near polishing motor. Tie hair back before using. Grave injury or death could result!

2. No hanging jewelry. Remove all jewelry before using.

3. No Loose Clothing. No scarves or hanging pieces of clothing. Remove these items before using.

4. Wear eye protection. Grave injury could result if eyes are not protected.

5. Please Be Careful! Do Not Rush! Pay Attention and Think About What You Are Doing!