Safety Checks (Items 1-8)

Furniture Inspection

Before every session, inspect all furniture for damage or degradation. This takes 5-10 minutes and prevents safety issues.

1. [ ] X-POSITION cross: Check all bolts and welds for tightness and cracks. The cross should be rock-solid with no movement or creaking.
2. [ ] IN-CELL cage: Verify all welds are intact, no cracks in the frame. Check that the cage is level and wheels move freely. Lock mechanism should be secure.
3. [ ] All furniture: Run hands along edges and surfaces to check for sharp edges, splinters, or rough spots that could cut skin.
4. [ ] Restraint attachment points: Tug on all rings, hooks, and attachment points with significant force to ensure they won't tear loose under load.

Restraint and Equipment Safety

1. [ ] Rope: Inspect for fraying, damage, or weak spots. Check that rope isn't tangled or kinked (kinks create weak points).
2. [ ] Cuffs and restraints: Check stitching, fasteners, and padding. Ensure padding is secure and won't shift during use.
3. [ ] Safeword protocol agreed: Confirm the safeword and, if applicable, non-verbal safeword (hand drop, bell, etc.).
4. [ ] Safety shears accessible: Ensure safety shears are within immediate reach of both partners. Test that they cut rope easily.

Comfort and Environment (Items 9-15)

1. [ ] Room temperature: Adjust to 70-72F (21-22C). Metal equipment should feel neutral to skin, not cold or hot.
2. [ ] Lighting: Set to your scene lighting level. Verify that you can see the entire space and all restraint points clearly. Test that safety lighting (bright white) works and is accessible.
3. [ ] Ventilation: Open a window or turn on a fan to ensure air circulation. Poor air quality becomes an issue during extended sessions.
4. [ ] Music or sound: Set any ambient music or soundscape to your desired level. Silence is fine; verify audio is working if you want it.
5. [ ] Flooring: Check that rugs or mats are in place, secure, and not slippery. Walk across the floor in bare feet to check traction.
6. [ ] Furniture positioning: Verify that furniture is positioned as desired and is stable. Walk around each piece to ensure no trip hazards.
7. [ ] Cleanliness: Quick visual scan for dust, debris, or items that shouldn't be in the space. Wipe down furniture surfaces if needed.

Essential Supplies (Items 16-23)

1. [ ] Lube: Appropriate type for your intended activities. Keep within reach but not in a position where it will be knocked over.
2. [ ] Clean towels: Multiple towels for cleanup during and immediately after. Keep these accessible.
3. [ ] First aid kit: BDSM-specific first aid kit containing pain reliever, compression wraps, antibiotic ointment, bandages, and any personal medications.
4. [ ] Water: Hydration bottles for both partners. During sessions, submissive partners should be able to drink if needed.
5. [ ] Aftercare supplies: Blankets, snacks, drinks, comfort items for post-scene recovery. Have these ready before play begins.
6. [ ] Wipes or cleansing cloths: For quick body cleanup mid-scene or immediately after, before showering.
7. [ ] The SEX BLANKET: Laid down before play to protect flooring and furniture. Waterproof, machine-washable foundation for sessions.
8. [ ] Cleaning supplies: Disinfectant spray, paper towels, or cloths for immediate post-session cleanup of furniture and space.

Communication and Consent (Items 24-26)

1. [ ] Scene negotiation: Discuss the scene plan, intensity levels, activities, and any limits or concerns. Get explicit consent from all participants.
2. [ ] Safeword confirmation: Confirm the safeword and review what happens when it's used (immediate stop). Discuss half-safewords (yellow) if your dynamic uses them.
3. [ ] Check-in protocol: Agree on whether you'll do mid-scene check-ins. Discuss how the submissive partner will communicate comfort (verbal, nonverbal, or both).

Privacy and Security (Items 27-29)

1. [ ] Door locked: Verify that the playroom door is locked and that locks cannot be opened from outside without significant force.
2. [ ] Unexpected interruptions prevented: Brief roommates or family about privacy needs (if applicable). If you have pets, secure them outside the playroom.
3. [ ] Phone silenced: Turn off notifications and silence the phone, or have it nearby if you need emergency contact capability. Ensure the phone won't disrupt the scene with unexpected calls or notifications.

Cleanup Readiness (Item 30)

1. [ ] Post-cleanup plan ready: Have a plan for cleanup after the scene. SEX BLANKET should be rolled and ready for washing. All toys should be cleaned or stored in the SEX TOY BOX. Furniture should be wiped down if needed. Verify that cleaning supplies are accessible and that you know the cleanup timeline.

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