diff --git a/info.txt b/info.txt
index 2741e40..1b76c50 100644
--- a/info.txt
+++ b/info.txt
@@ -118,7 +118,7 @@ that will be gone over during the training on that machinery, and if you're
 ever not comfortable with how to do something safely, please ask. Also,
 everyone does unsafe things sometimes without realizing it, so if someone lets
 you know you're doing something questionable, not matter what your experience
-is, please listen to them—they're probably right.
+is, please listen to them - they're probably right.
 
 The main things to keep in mind are to keep your eyes and hearing safe, and
 also to keep yourself from getting snagged by a machine. Sometimes things fly
@@ -207,7 +207,7 @@ need to tick a few boxes:
 - You must be current on your dues.
 - You must show ID and provide a photo for the member directory.
 - You must complete a short 1-on-1 chat with a director or designate. This is
-  about making sure you have the knowledge you need from us—it's not a
+  about making sure you have the knowledge you need from us - it's not a
   screening interview.
 - You should also be given an in-person tour of the space, including opening
   and closing procedures.
diff --git a/main.py b/main.py
index 2569f98..7a8a6e2 100755
--- a/main.py
+++ b/main.py
@@ -31,6 +31,13 @@ location = os.path.dirname(os.path.realpath(__file__))
 with open(location + '/info.txt') as f:
     PROTO_INFO = f.read()
 
+for num, line in enumerate(PROTO_INFO.split('\n')):
+    try:
+        line.encode('ascii')
+    except UnicodeEncodeError:
+        print('non-ascii found in line:', num+1)
+        raise
+
 def format_date(datestr):
     d = datetime.strptime(datestr, '%Y-%m-%dT%H:%M:%SZ').replace(tzinfo=pytz.UTC)
     d = d.astimezone(TIMEZONE_CALGARY)