Hi blw
I am more safe than the average person. However, I believe in the belt and suspender approach in dangerouse or critical situations. Every time I make a mistake I try to learn something from it. After 72 years of making mistakes I'm actually quite smart and have found that no matter how careful I am or have planned, I will occasionally screw up. If I can design out or at leased minimize a problem, I jump at the chance. The Engine Starting Safety Stand that I designed, use, and recommend is my belt and suspender approach to safer engine starting.