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the balloon thing got me thinking:
 
liability is a bugaboo for science centers and the like; we encourage the
sort of activity (i hope) that leads to more excited play by children. yet,
surprisingly, if i understand correctly, our liability carriers don't charge
us an arm and a leg for coverage.  but accidents do happen and if you're in
the field long enough you will likely witness either a claim or a lawsuit or
some other unpleasantness (or maybe i'm unlucky).
 
I would love to hear from experts in the field about the questions of
liability, and how we might focus our institutional thinking without
becoming paranoid to the point of silliness (Warning:  your morning coffee
may be extremely hot.  Do not spill it on your legs.  Do not pour on your
pets or your coworkers.)
 
If there's interest from others, i'll see what i can do....
 
Jeff Courtman
Exhibits & Special Projects Coordinator
251.208.6851
Exploreum Science Center
www.exploreum.net <http://www.exploreum.net/> 
 

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