BOC Ski Tuning Policy

Who, What, When:

  • If you have your own waxing equipment, you are free to use our waxing area DURING E-ROOM HOURS (you must be done by closing).
  • If you do not have your own equipment and know how to tune skis, you may use our materials on the condition that the BOC Waxing Protocol is followed.
  • Any individual who violates the BOC Waxing Protocol may be barred from waxing skis in the E-Room.
  • If you do not know how to wax and tune skis, please come by during hours or contact the E-Room at boc-eroom@bates.edu to drop off your skis and schedule a pickup time.
  • **we are not currently setup for waxing and tuning snowboards

The following safety precautions must be followed:

Look Good

  1. Proper PPE must be worn at all times
  2. EX: Eye protection, close toed shoes, apron

Have Fun

It is impossible to have fun if you burn the E-Room to the ground. Hence, 

HOT STUFF 🚒

  1. UNPLUG IRONS ANYTIME NOT ACTIVELY IN USE
  2. NEVER LEAVE A HOT IRON UNATTENDED
  3. ALWAYS SET IRONS UPRIGHT ON AN EVEN SURFACE

It is also impossible to have fun if you cannot breathe.

  1. Ventilation – Turn on the bench fan
  2. Avoid burning wax containing PFOA and other fluoro products

Safety Third

  • Double and triple check that the iron has been unplugged
  • SWEEP da floor and VACUUM da bench
    • The floor beneath the bench aspires to be as slippery as the skis waxed here and will become a hazard if not cleaned regularly 🙂
  • Put all items away before leaving the area

When in doubt, ask a present staff member to assist you. E-Room staff duties during open hours do not include teaching people the basics of waxing and tuning so it is essential that each individual comes with their own knowledge and experience with ski care.