SCP-172 - The Gearman

Item number SCP one seven two.

Object class Euclid.

Special containment procedures.

Any personnel wishing to access SCP one seven two must receive written approval and undergo a one-hour training session.

All interaction with SCP one seven two must be overseen by at least one Class four operative who may end the session at their discretion.

Any and all records, drawings, or correspondence produced by SCP one seven two are to be submitted immediately to Doctor redacted for review.

Reasonable requests made by SCP one seven two are to be granted after approval by Doctor redacted.

SCP one seven two is allowed out of its containment area with approval as long as it is accompanied by an armed Class four operative.

Armed personnel are to be stationed at the door of SCP one seven two.

Should SCP one seven two attempt to escape, it is to first be asked to cease and desist and then led back to its containment area.

Containment area is to be kept stocked with paper, pencils, and any additional components requested by SCP one seven two.

Tables, chairs, and any additional furnishings requested by SCP one seven two are to be provided pending approval by Doctor redacted.

Upon entering its dormant state, SCP one seven two should be placed in its transportation box until rewound.