hausboy
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You know OP, I'm all about safety...but somehow, this feels like a strange sort of wank thread--like slowing down to look at a car wreck. There are plenty of resources and information out there on safe playing practices--I worked as a DM for many years, and never saw a serious accident that required more than a band aid. Maybe that was in part, to a team of skilled DMs who took our jobs seriously and made sure everyone had a good time and didn't do anything stupid. I can tell you some of things we did to prevent injuries-- we never allowed anyone to leave their bottom tied up. If the bottom was helpless, their top had to be right in the area with them. We didn't allow anyone to play drunk or under the influence--no alcohol was ever served. There was always food and water--and we encouraged everyone to hydrate and eat--if a scene was getting really heavy, we would often leave a bottle of water in plain view for the top to see. It was a silent, unobtrusive reminder.... We always paid attention to how someone was bound and where, such that if they were tying them up unsafely or to something that wasn't designated for bondage, we made sure it was safe Rooms designated for bloodsport (cutting/piercings) were very well lit, and away from the areas where there were louder forms of play.'' If we saw something unsafe, we discreetly let the top know without the bottom hearing it--unsafe sex was never permitted. Everyone had to use gloves and condoms. period. we encouraged the use of "panic snaps" for bondage, Every DM knew how to operate every piece of equipment, so that if someone needed assistance, it could easily be given. the "house" safe word was made known to everyone (I never heard it. not once.) Negotiation/communication was strongly encouraged, and there were quiet areas available for folks to chat, away from play Good communication, not leaving your bottom completely helpless if you aren't there, and knowing how to use equipment and toys. Those things will give you a decent foundation.
< Message edited by hausboy -- 4/4/2012 7:16:06 PM >
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