::: CCP darkroom and studio policies :::

::: Darkroom & Studio Policy :::

Outside of lecture time, students are permitted to book the darkroom and studio facilities for the completion of their course work. The days available (usually Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays ONLY) will be announced by the head of the school or their representative at the commencement of each term. The students must realise that this is provided as a privilege and not an obligation on the Centre's behalf and should be treated accordingly.

Under no circumstances should a student assume that they will be tutored by the person supervising the open studio day, this may occur only with an appointment with the person supervising any particular session.

Extra space available during other class times may be negotiated between the student requesting the privilege and the lecturer in charge of the unit-availability is purely at the discretion of the lecturer in charge at the time. All scheduled students and classes for any particular booked space for a class will have priority for the scheduled time in any event.

Therefore it is the student's responsibility to:

• Book the necessary space required beforehand providing their name, time of entry and a contact number for the CENTRE.
• Be confident in the use and safe handling of required equipment.
• Report any breakages.
• Clean up before they leave.

::: Conditions :::

Students enrolled for any particular class scheduled for that time will always be given preference for the available space/studio.

Facilities booked under this arrangement must be for the completion of course work only.

Work for which an individual will receive remuneration of any kind, must be completed only after arranging to hire the facilities at the current going rate.

Students who have booked a space beforehand will have preference over one who has not booked in the event of a dispute.

Any student abusing these privileges may not be permitted further access to studio space outside of scheduled lecture time.

Booking still does not guarantee availability. In the event of extenuating circumstances i.e.; illness, closure, extreme lateness, therefore it may be helpful to call beforehand on the day to confirm availability.

::: Housekeeping :::

The Centre would like to inform all students of housekeeping issues that need to be followed while attending these premises. The Centre wishes to provide a safe and clean environment for all who attend these premises and it is the responsibility of everyone using this space to assist with achieving this aim.

It is the responsibility of all who use any of the equipment at the CCP. to clean up thoroughly after themselves at all times. This includes use of the studios, the reference section, the darkrooms, the gallery, the kitchen and bathrooms.

Use Of Darkroom During And Outside Of Class

• When using the darkroom any beakers along with any trays, chemistry etc. should be rinsed and returned to their place of origin.
• Report all breakages so they can be repaired.
• UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE IS THERE ANY NEED TO SWAP FILTERS FROM SET TO SET - the large filters do not fit the smaller enlargers. All sets are complete and are checked weekly.
• In the event any filters seem to be missing please report it to the lecturer in charge of the session so they can find a replacement.

Use Of Studio During And Outside Of Class

• Everything used in the studio needs to be put back in the allocated place.
  i.e. ensure the flash heads are returned to the large stands and not left on the (unstable) small stands, with cords wrapped and WITH THE HEADS TURNED DOWN, so the reflectors do not become catchment areas for crashing objects.
• Umbrellas, clamps, gels, cords, cables etc. all have their place to be stored.
• Report all breakages so they can be repaired.
• If you are unsure of where certain items need to be placed, please ask.

N.B. Please respect the scheduled classes for the space as they have priority at that time. It is important that upon arrival, outside of class time, that you are booked into the appropriate space.

Any extra time here is a privilege and requires responsibility from all who use the Centre. By paying attention to these obligations, we anticipate your time spent at the CCP. will be safer, more enjoyable and rewarding.