Is it safe to global $DB_site?

[WhisperPntr]

I'm wondering if it is safe to use global $DB_site or if it's better to require the needed file. If it is safer to use a require what files do I need to include to make my $DB_site connection work?

thanks!

[miz]

if you talking on functions
then yes its safe

[WhisperPntr]

ok thanks :) and yes on a custom function within a new php file.