Heh, KMG, a helmet an parachute would help alot of people.
To OP> You gotta be careful. They're sneaky. I don't even try to play video games when I handle anymore. Gotta have 1 fully present person to keep watch or she'll end up inside the couchAs to the shedding, it really depends on the snake. My girl has never even been grumpy in blue, so I handle a little. But leaving alone in blue and upped humidity is the norm.