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When you’re writing a safety blog, sometimes you can feel overwhelmed by the tips, lists, warnings and regulations from manufacturers, experts, and governing bodies. But sometimes these tips and warnings can go a bit to far. Seriously, how dumb can people be? Here’s a list of some fun warnings that can be found throughout our sue-happy world. Enjoy.
Warnings:
“For external use only!” — On a curling iron.
“Do not use while sleeping.” — On a hair dryer.
“May irritate eyes.” — On a can of self-defense pepper spray.
“Do not use for drying pets.” — In the manual for a microwave oven.
“Do not use as ear plugs.” — On a package of silly putty.
“For indoor or outdoor use only.” — On a string of Christmas lights.
“May be harmful if swallowed.” — On a shipment of hammers.
“Do not attempt to stop the blade with your hand.” — In the manual for a Swedish chainsaw.
“Warning: May contain nuts.” — On a package of peanuts.
“Warning: Misuse may cause injury or death.” — Stamped on the metal barrel of a .22 calibre rifle.
“Do not use orally after using rectally.” — In the instructions for an electric thermometer.
“Not to be used as a personal flotation device.” — On a 6×10 inch inflatable picture frame.
“Do not put in mouth.” — On a box of bottle rockets.
Disclaimers:
“Do not drive cars in ocean.” — From a car commercial which shows a car in the ocean.
“Always drive on roads. Not on people.” — From a car commercial which shows a vehicle “body-surfing” at a concert.
Signs and Notices:
“These rows reserved for parents with children.” — A sign in a church.
“Fits one head.” — On a hotel-provided shower cap box.
Safety Procedure:
“In case of flood, proceed uphill. In case of flash flood, proceed uphill quickly.” — One of the emergency safety procedures at a summer camp.
Instructions:
“Open packet. Eat contents.” — Instructions on a packet of airline peanuts.
“Use like regular soap.” — On a bar of Dial soap.
Share your dumb warnings with us in the comments section.
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