Exemplifying Poor Workplace Safety In 40+ Ways
It’s amusing to see what happens when employers don’t take workplace safety seriously. It’s hard to believe these people missed the safety briefing because they went out of their way to do the most ridiculous, risky, and hilarious things possible.
Wood Frame
These painters are doing an admirable job, but this doesn’t appear to be the safest method of painting the house white. The wooden planks on which they’re perched appear flimsy enough to topple over in the slightest breeze!
Wood Frame
The entire structure appears to have been constructed by a child as part of an art project, and it is certainly not safe to stand on!
Running With Scissors
Scissor safety can be downright hilarious, as this scene from ‘Far Side’ illustrates. We’re taught to be extremely careful with scissors, but the woman in charge of making sure everyone is “safe” is perched precariously on top of them.
Running With Scissors
Also visible are a large number of employees using scissors in an unsafe manner; simply standing still will not help their situation much either.
Catching The Spark
Either this guy is the most obtuse person on the planet, or he simply clocked in because he didn’t want to be yelled at. As soon as the other workers instructed him to ‘catch the sparks’ in order to recycle them in order to pull his leg, he complied without hesitation! His expression as he tries to get a hold of the sparks is absolutely priceless!
Catching The Spark
The memes that will be generated as a result of this are well worth the risk to workplace safety, and he will never forget it!
Parkour x Crane
Things can get a little wild in the Middle East, as this photo illustrates. A crane is actually jumping between buildings, but there’s no way it’ll be able to make that leap. Did the driver forget that he or she was driving a heavy-duty vehicle, or…?
Parkour X Crane
The fact that some people are chilling on the nearby ledges indicates that this is a fairly common occurrence for them!
Totally Nailed It
It appears that the person who created this advertisement did not think things through, as the advertisement depicts a child who is about to drive a nail into his knee! The fact that the father is looking on with a smile is just icing on the cake, and I’m not sure the safety hats would make much of a difference in this situation.
Totally Nailed It
Let’s just hope the child was intelligent enough to refrain from experimenting with the props he was given because that would not have turned out well for him.
Big Boom
If there’s a big red button in front of you that you’re not supposed to press, you’re probably familiar with the sensation. Without a doubt, the first thing you’d want to do is press the button! This individual determined that the most effective way to deter people from turning on a machine was to place a blue sticker on it and warn them that they would experience a ‘big boom’ if they did so!
Big Boom
That sounds more like a motivator than a deterrent, so the individual should probably think about some more effective prevention strategies instead.
Lawnmowers
It’s possible that there are more effective ways to discourage people from using lawnmowers than this. This individual decided to frame and hang the rock that had been pelted by a lawnmower and had shattered the glass door of his greenhouse on his property. If he’s placing such a high value on it, it must mean a great deal to him!
Lawnmowers
Glass doors are already fragile, and heavy machinery should never be allowed to come close to them, or else disasters like this will inevitably occur.
Emergency No More
Suppose the huge red emergency stop button comes tumbling out of its socket. What do you do? That’s a little frightening, especially considering that it’s probably the most important button on the entire computer. I would make every effort not to use this machine until they are certain that the button has been repaired and is functional!
Emergency No More
As a result of the sheer number of knobs on the machine, it is difficult to operate even when the most basic button is missing.
There’s No End
Okay, if there’s one potentially lethal way to repair a street lamp, it’s this one! These individuals were unable to reach the lamp using a conventional crane, so they constructed a ladder on the edge of the crane and attempted to climb it! And I’ve witnessed far too many midlife crises to say this isn’t one of the most unstable things I’ve ever seen in my life!
There’s No End
The bare minimum they could’ve done was placing some sort of cushion underneath, but I guess these gentlemen took YOLO a little too literally.
What Harness?
You did hear that harnesses are so last century, didn’t you? Everything is now done in a freestyle manner! Nothing indicates that you’re in imminent danger of dying when you’re perched on a window sill like this. Who would attempt something like this unless they had a strong desire to perish?
What Harness?
Let’s hope for the sake of this gentleman that he is cleaning the ground floor window, or at the very least the first floor window…
Scaffold? What Is That?
According to these window cleaners, scaffolds are superfluous, as they attempted to complete their tasks using only a rope ladder and their tools. Either they are extremely, extremely experienced climbers, or they simply do not care about the ramifications of their actions!
Scaffold? What Is That?
Children, please do not attempt this at home. These gentlemen have undoubtedly accumulated a zillion years of experience under their belts!
Eyewash?
Although dousing your eyes in alcohol is the last thing you want when you’re in a hurry to wash your eyes, this individual thought it would be a good idea to keep a bottle of chardonnay next to the saline eyewash!
Eyewash?
To find out who is posing a local threat, it is necessary to install surveillance cameras in places of business.
Swing And Paint
This individual made the decision to disregard all safety precautions and simply sit on a wooden plank to paint the wall of this residence. On top of the fact that it appears to be extremely unstable, it is only supported by two thin ropes that could snap at any time! Man, exercise caution!
Swing And Paint
Despite the fact that he appears to be in good shape up there, those heavy paint buckets can’t be doing much to help him feel that way.
It Looks Strong Though
It is imperative that anyone who resides in this building evacuate immediately; if the only thing holding it up is a pile of wooden bricks and a bottle, I have a feeling it won’t be standing for long. What were they thinking when they decided to go through with it?
It Looks Strong Though
What you don’t know can’t possibly hurt you, can it? Let’s hope that is also true for the people who live on the floor above us!
Ethernet Cable
We’re not sure if this is the best application for an Ethernet cable, but for the time being, it appears to be holding these two poles together. Despite the fact that the cables appear to be strong, they are most likely not the best long-term solution.
Ethernet Cable
Aside from the fact that it is not a long-term solution, I am fairly certain that this is also not legal. Let’s just hope that whatever is holding up those poles holds up.
Burgers And Cigarettes
Disregarding a no-smoking sign is one thing; hosting an entire barbeque in front of one is quite another. No way this didn’t violate at least 100 smoking regulations, and I’m confident that the sign was placed there for a reason. Simply remove the meat from the barbeque and fry it somewhere else.
Burgers And Cigarettes
What is more important, however, is Burgers or a no-smoking sign, that is the question. If you said burgers, you’re absolutely correct.
No Sweat
You’ve probably already seen the Hulk, but take a look at this dude. He attempted to lift an entire car by himself, without the proper equipment to support it. He failed! What were they thinking when they tried to lift it with a pitchfork, and who came up with the idea?
No Sweat
Nothing about this photo appears to be safe, and I’m actually concerned for the man who appears to be working on the car.
Take A Pic, They Said
Yes, it is important to drink plenty of water and keep hydrated. Yes, it is also true that the color of your urine can be used to determine how well you are hydrated. But believe me when I say that a picture of your urine is the last thing your family wants to see. It would be sufficient to send them a simple message informing them that you are drinking enough water!
Take A Pic, They Said
This is yet another reason why you should not pay attention to ‘work safety advice,’ because most of the time it will be working against you!
On The Edge
This safety fall protection pin appears to be so worn out that it is on the verge of falling apart! How did it get to this point in the first place? Because those things are nearly impossible to break through unless someone makes a deliberate cut through them…
On The Edge
The fact that someone noticed this before it was widely used saves lives because the consequences could have been extremely dangerous.
Don’t Forget To Wear PPE
There’s a good reason why we’re always advised to wear personal protective equipment when working with potentially hazardous materials. Someone learned the hard way when a small piece of rubber protruded from the end of their hammer and became entangled in one of their fingers! Their only consolation is that it wasn’t their eye that was injured.
Don’t Forget To Wear PPE
As a result, gloves and a mask should always be considered a requirement rather than an optional precaution. It’s better to be safe than sorry!
Fit It All In
These individuals were attempting to construct some pipes when they became aware that a larger piping structure was already in their way. So, what exactly did they do? All they had to do was cut the larger pipe in order to force the new construction piece into place! Is it possible that they forgot that those screws were there for a reason, or that they simply don’t care?
Fit It All In
Let’s just hope that those pipes were empty and had been out of service for a long time because it would be extremely dangerous if they hadn’t been…
Watercooler
This is disgusting, and it has to be one of the reasons why so many people prefer to bring their own water to work rather than using the water cooler at the office! Because of all of the stagnant water that had accumulated in this water cooler, it was overrun with algae!
Watercooler
There aren’t many spots nastier than this, and there’s no doubt that it violates every possible safety protocol at the place of employment.
Asbestos
Asbestos exposure is extremely dangerous, and this is the absolute last method of dealing with it. Not only have they posted a barely legible sign that gives the impression that asbestos is some terrifying underground monster, but they have also failed to clearly outline the dangers!
Asbestos
Individuals should not have access to it in the first place, and even if they do, they should not be able to handle it in that manner.
Staying Warm
If your jackets aren’t thick enough to keep you warm on your way back to work in the winter, this is one method of staying warm. Despite the fact that a large fire was brewing right next to them, these workers were sitting peacefully in the back of their truck! Isn’t that completely normal?
Staying Warm
The fact that none of them appear to be bothered by it leads us to believe that it was done on purpose, which is even worse!
Not Safe
The fact that these children are ‘working’ on a car in Indonesia screams out “safety hazards” in approximately 50 different locations. First and foremost, they should not be permitted to come anywhere near that car while wearing flip-flops. To make matters worse, they aren’t even wearing safety glasses. Last but not least, those sparks appear to be large enough to ignite a monster truck!
Not Safe
Someone needs to get those children safely back to their family members because they are not safe working in such an environment.
What Just Happened?
In the world of transportation, there are safe methods and then there’s this… The fact that something like this could be allowed on the road in the first place would be shocking, as it is dangerous to all of the cars in its immediate vicinity as well.
What Just Happened?
While driving down the highway, there is no doubt that you will see people crazily transporting items on their cars in a variety of ways!
Strong Wood He Got There
This person clearly has a great deal of confidence in these wooden planks, as evidenced by his confidence in them to support an entire car while he sits and works underneath it! Hopefully, those planks are extremely strong, because if they splinter, the situation will not be favorable.
Strong Wood He Got There
You should know that special equipment is designed to hold cars up while you work on them, and it is completely different from the planks you are standing on!
It’s Important To Properly Secure Everything
Yes, this is exactly what happens when you don’t safely store everything to your truck before you begin moving your belongings. This unfortunate truck driver found out the hard way when his wooden planks smashed through his windshield and into the cab of his truck. It’s not enjoyable!
It’s Important To Properly Secure Everything
You could endanger yourself as well as everyone else on the road around you if you continue in this manner. So make sure you have checked everything before leaving.
Rope On Neck
The person who is wearing the rope around his neck needs to inform him as soon as possible that it is not going to hold him up or protect him! In fact, it’s extremely dangerous, and even if he survives the fall, the rope will suffer greatly as a result.
Rope On Neck
No one knows if they simply decided to never conduct proper safety tests or briefings for these unfortunate employees because they have no idea what they’re doing or if they simply did not care!
Be Alert Always
Even when you take the necessary steps to avoid disaster, it is sometimes impossible to avoid the inevitable. Attempting to lug such a massive stone across the road was a waste of time in the first place because the stone was doomed as soon as the driver put his foot on the brakes.
Be Alert Always
At the very least, it makes for a good story to tell, but there’s no way that truck will be used again anytime soon.
Use Stares
This establishment had a problem with the use of an elevator, so they instructed their employees to use’stares’ in lieu of using the elevator. We all know they were referring to the stairwell, but it’s amusing to imagine people just staring at each other as they try to figure out how to get up.
Use Stares
I’m just curious as to who was looking over this rulebook and decided to ignore something so obvious as this. It’s absolutely hilarious!
Need A Nap?
If you’re exhausted after a long shift at work, don’t try to take a nap on the air conditioning vents on the 50th floor of the building! In the event that this gentleman was to roll over in his sleep, he would be doomed, so let’s hope for his sake that he does not take up the entire bed.
Need A Nap?
He must put his faith in his ability to balance because one wrong turn could cause everything to go wrong!
Too Long
We’re not sure what this individual was attempting to accomplish while half-submerged with a super long pole at the end of his hand, but whatever he was attempting did not appear to be successful, according to the video. When the rain was particularly heavy, we were all instructed to stay away from telephone lines.
Too Long
Obviously, this individual missed those classes in school, but someone needs to teach him immediately before he becomes electrocuted!
Injuries With Date
To walk into work and discover that it has been exactly 1 day since an injury has been reported is not the most reassuring experience. Because the number of injuries reported at this Amazon warehouse is far too high, the company must improve its employee health and safety practices.
Injuries With Date
Instead of scaring away potential employees, the purpose of these posters is usually to brag about how few injuries occur at the workplace.
Are Those Even Stable?
What could be worse than one person painting a house while standing on an unstable platform? Rather than completing some high-quality work, these three individuals are simply interfering with one another. That guy on the left, who appears to be doing nothing but relaxing, has most likely done this a million times before with that level of confidence!
Are Those Even Stable?
Though it was relatively simple for them to climb up, how exactly do they intend to dismount from such a treacherous slope is still up in the air.
It’s No Big Deal
If there’s one thing we know about Dads, it’s that they don’t believe in all of these safety equipment gimmicks (unless it’s their child who’s working on the project, of course). Working on a project without gloves, protective eyewear, or anything else was a bold decision for this elderly gentleman! It’s all in the energy.
It’s No Big Deal
Something keeps telling me that he would still end up with fewer injuries than the younger people who were completely covered in personal protective equipment.
It’s Confusing
It’s extremely difficult to make out what this sign is saying, especially because the real instructions were written in such small type! Do we have to wait until the alarm goes off or can we start right away? Because this appears to be an extremely dangerous situation to be unaware of!
It’s Confusing
The bare minimum they could have done was to scratch out the previous instructions with a bolder permanent marker, but they didn’t.
Is It Really Professional?
Ideally, if you’re going to advertise something on Instagram, you should make sure that your company appears to be legitimate before you do so. This individual came across a website that claimed to have ‘professional’ roof cleaners, except that they were not wearing any protective gear or using any protective measures!
Is It Really Professional?
While standing on the side of the roof, they were even dressed in casual shoes and jeans, which is a big no-no in terms of employee safety regulations.
Does It Work, Sir?
If you can’t figure out how to properly fill a tank of gas, this is a novel way to get the job done, but I’m not sure how effective it would be in the long run. Who knows how much fuel would be squandered and whether any of it would make it through the cone at all.
Does It Work, Sir?
This is a great example of a DIY hack, and if it was more straightforward than the conventional method of putting fuel, we’d love to see it!
Want To Do A Picnic?
We all enjoy spending time with our friends, but there is a right time and a wrong place for everything! These guys obviously didn’t get the message because they dared to pull up on the side of the interstate like this, sitting in the back of the open truck with the chairs pulled out and everything like that.
Want To Do A Picnic?
It appears as though they’ve taken a break for a picnic, which is extremely dangerous! Hopefully, the driver was extra alert to make up for their negligence on his part!
It’s Off, But It’s Still Hot?
Although the label on this smoldering iron says ‘Off,’ there is something about the fact that it is hot to the touch that suggests it may not be functioning properly. How would the individual even dispose of this without causing a fire in the garbage can?
It’s Off, But It’s Still Hot?
Is there a way of turning off something that has already been turned off in the technical sense? Due to the fact that otherwise, burying this iron in the backyard is their best bet to protect themselves.
Locked Fire Extinguisher
A fire extinguisher is intended to be easily accessible; therefore, locking it up with a million different locks defeats the purpose of keeping it readily accessible. How are people supposed to get access to it in the event of a true emergency? And what happens if they are unable to locate the key to the front door?
Locked Fire Extinguisher
One of the main reasons most fire extinguishers are kept outside in glass containers is that they aren’t aesthetically pleasing as a display ornament.
Washing Station Needs To Be Washed
No information is required about the last time this emergency washing station was used because it appears to have been inactive since prehistoric times. Who would want to clean their eyes in the vicinity of such a monstrosity? If you do, you can expect to become infected.
Washing Station Needs To Be Washed
Because the label included a list of dates for when the sink was to be cleaned, but the sink was empty, this is sufficient evidence.
Grab Those Cables
When it comes to safely remove those large telephone cables, there are probably several options, but standing up in your car and grabbing them with your bare hands is definitely not one of them. You can easily get hurt by those things if you aren’t wearing gloves, and it is very easy to do so.
Grab Those Cables
From the way this man is posing with the cables, it appears that he has nothing to be afraid of! He’s just waiting for the opportunity to transform into the Hulk.
Ladder On Ladder
I’m not sure if this is a brilliant idea or if it is just incredibly stupid. When this man realized that one ladder was not going to be tall enough, he stacked two ladders on top of each other and began climbing the newly constructed scaffolding. Despite the fact that it didn’t add much height, it was sufficient for him to lug himself over.
Ladder On Ladder
Although it is fantastic that he was able to reach his destination, we do not recommend that you try this hack at home for obvious reasons.