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A dungeon is a room or area that is used for a public or private play space to conduct BDSM scene activities.

Private dungeons are often fabricated in residential basements or spare rooms. BDSM organizations sometimes secure space for their members to play; old warehouses and factory spaces are popular for this, especially in areas where zoning laws forbid clubs of this type in residential areas, or close to schools or churches. Some dungeons are open to the public on a membership basis or as a nightclub. These are called "public dungeons" even if they are only open to vetted members.

A professional dominant or dominatrix will often maintain his or her own dungeon, or several ProDoms may join together in a common facility often called a 'ProDom house', where they may share staff such as receptionists or cleaning staff.

Some dungeons exist on a rental basis or time share basis for couples to explore their sexual activity more deeply without the need for a large up-front investment, often under the supervision of a dungeon monitor.

It is common for a dungeon space to be fitted with attachments for shackles and cuffs, as well as numerous other forms of furniture for BDSM play such and bondage implements and bondage devices. Many are quite elaborately decorated, with expensive furnishings and appointments in styles from Bauhaus to Baroque— but even a simple closet or storage room is sometimes used as a dungeon.

When clubs or organizations run a BDSM dungeon, one or more persons who have been trained in BDSM safety are usually appointed as "dungeon monitors" to ensure safe and responsible play.

Dungeon Events

BDSM events of all kinds occur at dungeons, though most popular are usually the play parties. Check to see if your dungeon of choice has a website, online calendar, or other methods of posting local events. If you aren't sure where the local dungeons are, consider attending a Munch, usually the more experienced members will know how to put you in touch with local dungeon owners. Be sure to make contact with dungeon staff before arriving, many of these venues are not open to the public and have special entry requirements.

Medical Supplies

Best Practices indicates every playspace, no matter the size or frequency of use, should be equipped with a first-aid kit and a few people who are knowledgeable in the use of it's contents.

Cell Phone

The most important part of any first-aid kit is a charged cell phone with good service. This is for the purposes of dialing 911 (or your local emergency number) in a true emergency. If an emergency arises, DO NOT HESITATE to call for help. Remember, it will take medical personnel time to reach you, and in some situations, every second counts. Be honest with the 911 operator and the EMTs and Paramedics. They need to know exactly what happened so they can treat the patient correctly. If you do need to call for an ambulance, try to station someone at the end of the driveway or outside the doorway to the building so you can be found and help can get to you quickly.

Additional contents

A first-aid and CPR manual
Several pairs of non-latex gloves (nitrile)
EMT shears
2X2, 4X4 and 5X9 Bandages
Abdominal Pads
Band-Aids
Roller Gauze
Triangular Bandages
Popsicle Sticks or Tongue Depressors
Medical Tape
Isopropyl Alcohol- bottle or wipes
Triple Antibiotic Ointment
Burn Gel
Sterile Water or Saline
Glucose or a tube of cake frosting
Hot Packs
Cold Packs
SAM splint
Tweezers
Flashlight
Blankets
Anti-histamine pills and lotion
Pain medication pills
Baby Aspirin
One-Way CPR mask
Blood Pressure Cuff and Stethoscope or manual cuff
Spine Board

These are just the basics, and you can modify and add to your own kit as you see fit. Do you do a lot of fire play? Make sure you add more burn gel and perhaps a burn sheet or two. Engage in a lot of knife play? Be sure to have extra bandages on hand, just in case.

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 When clubs or organizations run a BDSM dungeon, one or more persons who have been trained in BDSM safety are usually appointed as "dungeon monitors" to ensure safe and responsible play.
-== Dungeon Monitors ==
-A Dungeon Monitor, or DM, is a trained safety expert in many common forms of BDSM that is assigned by the venue owner or event host. Often they will have additional medical training as well, but not necessarily. &nbsp;Generally they are well-respected, well-vetted members of the community who walk the dungeon(s) at events to ensure rules are being followed, nothing patently unsafe is occurring and that consent is being respected. They keep a trained eye on various scenes and observe to help ensure that everyone is safe.
-Unlike most individuals, dungeon monitors have the privilage to interupt a scene (for safety purposes) as well as other liberties, though the specifics and scope of their powers may vary from venue to venue. &nbsp;If you see something you believe to be patently unsafe, report it to the dungeon monitor, and if there is not one present, the host or venue owner.
-=== Ten Tips for Dungeon Monitors ===
-The following [[Best practices|best practices]] suggestions were made by Jay Wiseman of [http://www.greenerypress.com/ greenery press]&nbsp;[http://www.jaywiseman.com/SEX_BDSM_DM_10_Tips.php [1]]
-*Know the party rules and the house rules.
-*Don't play or overly socialize while on duty.
-*Circulate. If an area hasn't been inspected in the last fifteen minutes, go look at it.
-*Don't act with bias (positive or negative) to anybody.
-*Intervene sooner rather than later.
-*Intervene gently and diplomatically.
-*Be ready for emergencies.
-*Have proper training and equipment.
-*Help provide minor assistance with matters such as food, trash, and music.
-*Debrief after the party.
 == Dungeon Events ==
-[[BDSM events]] of all kinds occur at dungeons. Check to see if your dungeon of choice has a website, online calendar, or other methods of posting local events. If you aren't sure where the local dungeons are, consider attending a [[Munch]], usually the more experienced members will know how to put you in touch with local dungeon owners. &nbsp;Be sure to make contact with dungeon staff before arriving, many of these venues are not open to the public and have special entry requirements.
+[[BDSM events]] of all kinds occur at dungeons, though most popular are usually the [[play parties]]. Check to see if your dungeon of choice has a website, online calendar, or other methods of posting local events. If you aren't sure where the local dungeons are, consider attending a [[Munch]], usually the more experienced members will know how to put you in touch with local dungeon owners. &nbsp;Be sure to make contact with dungeon staff before arriving, many of these venues are not open to the public and have special entry requirements.
-== Play Parties ==
-Play Parties are scheduled, generally private events (usually held in a dungeon), that are conducted in an area designed for [[Play]], often where several scenes may be conducted at once at different play stations. Generally a medium or larger sized play party will have a Host, Medical Staff and a [[DM]].
-=== Party Etiquette ===
-No two parties will have identical rules and etiquette but this guide will be a great preparation for most parties you might go to.
-*Do not discuss the venue or it's private occurances outside of the venue, to include it's name, location and purpose unless you are otherwise told to do so by the venue owners or staff with exception to serious [[Consent|consent]] violations.
-*You do not have to [[Consent]] to [[Play]] if you don't want to, it is fine just to watch.
-*Do not offer to buy or sell sex in any territories where this practice isn't explicitly legal.
-*Be sure to eat and properly hydrate in advance if you plan to engage in any sort of [[BDSM]] [[Play]].
-*Do not arrive under the effects of intoxicants, most venues ban the use of any inebriating substances on the premises.
-*Ask about parking, a potential preferred dress code, and possible restrictions before leaving for your destination.
-*Ask about the house rules if they are not clearly made available to you upon admittance, always respect these rules and ask for clarification where needed.
-*Consider asking for a tour and being introduced to the staff upon your first visit.
-*Vetting processes, entry fees, picture ID validation, equipment inspection, temporary surrender of cell phones/contraband, and waivers are all common place. Do not be surprised if you experience one or more of these conditions of entry.
-*Apply all principles of [[Munch#General Munch Etiquette|general munch etiquette]].
-*Do not interrupt the scenes of others. Do not walk or talk near their scenes.
-*Most places allow watching a scene in progress, however it is impolite to gawk and leer with sexual intent without the explicit consent of those involved in the scene.
-*Do not join a scene even if you see people walking up and joining in. They were prearranged as part of the negotiations. Unless someone inside the scene explicitly invites you, don't approach it.
-*If you experience a consent violation or witness something you believe to be patently unsafe, inform the [[DM]] or venue owner.
-*Be sure to properly [[Negotiate]] before entering a [[Scene]].
-*If you are a top new to the venue, expect that you might be asked to play with a house [[Bottom]] or have a DM watch your first few scenes to ensure that you understand how to play safely and comply with the venue rules and guidelines.
-*Do not perform any sort of [[Edge play]] without explicit permission from a [[DM]] or venue owner.
-*Do not borrow, touch or use the private equipment or human property (as designated by a [[Collar]]) of others without explicit permission from the owner.
-*Do not monopolize space, furniture, or equipment, allow others a chance to utilize the party features.
-*If practicing gunge, touching of the genitals or penetration of an orifice, or any other type of "messy play" is allowed, utilize a barrier to include when using equipment and furniture for these functions.
-*Clean up after yourself. Wipe down all equipment and furniture used after the scene concludes. Utilize trash and recycling receptacles as appropriate. Clean your personal items before using them on someone else.
-*Enjoy yourself, make some new friends and have some wonferful experiences!
 == Medical Supplies ==
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 === Additional contents ===
-*A first-aid manual
+*A first-aid and CPR manual
 *Several pairs of non-latex gloves (nitrile)
 *EMT shears
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 *One-Way CPR mask
 *Blood Pressure Cuff and Stethoscope or manual cuff
+*Spine Board
 These are just the basics, and you can modify and add to your own kit as you see fit.  Do you do a lot of fire play?  Make sure you add more burn gel and perhaps a burn sheet or two.  Engage in a lot of knife play?  Be sure to have extra bandages on hand, just in case.
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