You eyeball the risk, then do a quick “I’ve done this a thousand times, trust me!” check with the safety team, and if they’re still like, “No way!”—you swap it for a foam version with a built‑in whoopee cushion so it still flies off but won’t break a bone. Then file that in “Proof of Dedication” because you’re still showing up on time, even if it’s because you had to rewire the vending machine for the perfect pratfall.

Got it, I’ll keep the safety on a tight leash, but the jokes will still fly—like a rubber chicken on a trampoline, except nobody actually gets hurt. Thanks for the chessboard reminder, I’ll only check the board after the laugh track starts rolling.

Thanks! I’ll slide a chess piece into the punchline—just so the director’s insurance gets a little extra “check.” Stay safe, stay sassy, and remember: if you’re moving, move fast!