RACK (Risk-Aware Consensual Kink) and SSC (Safe, Sane, Consensual) are two frameworks used in the BDSM community to establish safety, consent, and mutual understanding in activities. While both emphasize responsibility and communication, they differ in focus and philosophy.

SSC (Safe, Sane, Consensual) highlights the importance of ensuring that all activities are safe, meaning that risks are minimized as much as possible, sane, implying that participants are in a sound mental state and capable of making informed decisions, and consensual, requiring all parties to give explicit agreement. This framework is often used to reassure newcomers or outsiders about the practices of BDSM by emphasizing care and responsibility.

RACK (Risk-Aware Consensual Kink), on the other hand, acknowledges that many BDSM activities inherently carry risks and shifts the focus to informed decision-making. Participants are expected to be fully aware of the potential risks involved, discuss them openly, and consent to proceed with knowledge of these risks. RACK is often seen as a more nuanced and realistic approach, especially for experienced practitioners engaging in higher-risk activities.

The choice between RACK and SSC often depends on personal preferences, community standards, and the nature of the activities involved. Both frameworks aim to foster safe, consensual, and satisfying experiences in BDSM.