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Safety policy

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DIY projects may involve tools, machinery, electricity, sharp objects, heat, dust, chemicals, or other hazardous conditions. These activities carry inherent risks, including risk of injury, property damage, or other harm.

Mystor provides access to educational guides created by independent creators. This Safety Policy explains how safety is handled on the platform and outlines the responsibilities of both creators and users.

1. Educational Purpose Only

All content on Mystor is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Guides are not a substitute for professional training, certification, inspection, or supervision by qualified professionals.

Mystor is not a contractor, engineer, electrician, inspector, or licensed professional service provider.

2. Creator Safety Responsibility

Creators are solely responsible for the content they publish, including the accuracy of instructions and the inclusion of appropriate safety information.

Each guide must include safety notes provided by the creator. These may include, but are not limited to:

  • Required protective equipment (e.g. eye, hearing, respiratory protection)
  • Tool handling precautions
  • Material-related risks
  • Environmental or workspace considerations

Mystor does not verify that safety notes are complete, accurate, or sufficient.

3. Platform Moderation (No Certification)

Mystor may use automated systems, user reports, and manual review to detect and restrict unsafe, misleading, or prohibited content.

However, moderation does not constitute approval, certification, or validation of safety, accuracy, or suitability. The presence of a guide on the platform does not mean it is safe to follow.

4. User Responsibility and Risk Assessment

By using Mystor, you acknowledge that you are responsible for determining whether a guide is appropriate for your skill level, tools, environment, and circumstances.

You agree to:

  • Use appropriate protective equipment where necessary
  • Follow all applicable laws, codes, and regulations
  • Follow manufacturer instructions for all tools and materials
  • Stop immediately if you are unsure or unable to safely continue

5. High-Risk Activities and Professional Advice

Some guides may involve higher-risk activities, including but not limited to electrical work, use of power tools, cutting equipment, or structural elements.

Certain types of work may legally require licensed professionals, permits, or inspections depending on your location.

You must not rely on Mystor content as a substitute for licensed or professional advice where such expertise is required. If in doubt, consult a qualified professional.

6. Tools, Materials, and Plans

Tool lists, material recommendations, and downloadable plans (including PDFs) are provided for informational purposes only.

These may not be complete, suitable, or safe for your specific situation. Measurements, diagrams, and instructions may require adjustment based on your environment, materials, or local standards.

7. Prohibited Content (Safety-Based Restrictions)

For safety and compliance reasons, certain categories of content are not allowed on Mystor. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Gas line installation or modification
  • Load-bearing structural construction
  • High-voltage or main electrical panel work
  • Weapon creation or modification
  • Hazardous or illegal activities

Mystor reserves the right to remove or restrict any content that violates these rules or poses a safety risk.

8. Age Restrictions

Mystor is intended for users aged 18 and older.

Any use by minors must be under appropriate supervision by a responsible adult.

9. Assumption of Risk

By accessing or using guides on Mystor, you acknowledge and accept that you are voluntarily undertaking activities that may involve risk.

You assume full responsibility for any outcomes resulting from following a guide, including injury, damage, or loss.

10. Reporting Safety Concerns

If you believe a guide contains unsafe, misleading, or harmful information, you may report it using the reporting tools available on the platform.

Mystor may review and take action where appropriate, including restricting or removing content.

11. Limitation of Responsibility

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Mystor is not responsible for any injury, damage, loss, or harm arising from the use of guides on the platform.

Nothing in this policy limits or excludes liability where such limitation is not permitted by law.

12. Changes to This Policy

Mystor may update this Safety Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be available on this page.