#1
anonymous:
This, and don’t leave the handles over another burner
#2
1throwawayor3:
It reminds me of this story where these guys were robbing a bank and instructed a young woman to come with them. She said no, and sat down on the ground. They were thrown off by her refusal and left.
I think I remember she said “if you’re going to end me just do it here. My mom won’t have to wonder what happened to me”
#3
swest211:
I once followed a dog that was very obviously trying to get my attention and wanted me to follow. She would walk a few feet and then turn around and wait for me. I followed her to a dock and fully expected to find a passed or incapacitated person in the water needing help. She picked up the most ridiculously large stick I've ever seen a dog carry and wanted to play fetch. I was mildly annoyed because I followed her quite a ways, happy not to be faced with a person passing away, and delighted that the doggy wanted to play with me all at the same time.
It only takes a split second for things to go wrong: a small oversight, a missed warning, or a moment of distraction. That’s why “safety comes first” isn’t just a phrase we hear growing up; it’s something that quietly protects us in ways we often don’t even notice. Whether you’re frying donuts at home, fixing something under your car, or simply going about your day at work, safety plays a bigger role than we give it credit for.
When we think about workplace safety, certain industries immediately come to mind: construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, healthcare, and laboratory work. These fields have strict safety protocols for a reason. But what’s interesting is that even professions that seem harmless on the surface can come with their own set of risks. Sometimes, the most overlooked jobs carry hidden dangers people rarely talk about.
#4
TechToTrail:
Don't ride with the seat back down either. Seatbelts are not made to hold you in place in a horizontal position.
and for God's sake stop sticking limbs out the windows. It only takes a moment for someone to sideswipe you and you've lost an appendage. I cringe when I see dogs hanging out windows.
#5
Instead suffocate the flame by covering the pot or pan, preferably with a lid, but a damp towel can also work in a pinch.
BobVilla287491543584:
Either that or pour baking soda on it of there is not a fire extinguisher handy.
ABC dry chem fire extinguishers are worth their weight in gold if there is a fire. It'll make a mess, but it can be vacuumed up.
Source: Fire academy
To clarify, since I guess it needs to be stated: the baking soda needs to still be a powder. If it is a solid congealed mass, probably don't huck that into a grease fire.
#6
avp1994:
As a Zambian this is especially true. There will ALWAYS be that one guy that will try to "squeeze in" after their light turns red.
With that in mind, we spoke to Amey Pirankar, a content creator and artist, to understand safety from a completely different perspective. When asked whether there are safety concerns in his field, Amey didn’t hesitate. “People assume artists don’t really have safety risks,” he says, “but that’s not true at all. There’s a lot going on behind the scenes that people don’t realize.”
#7
clancey6:
Neither mix bleach and rubbing alcohol, it makes chloroform or bleach and vinegar which makes chlorine gas!
These 2 and the ammonia and bleach are the more commonly mixed fatalities with bleach!
#8
anonymous:
We have to have the tubey bit that's supposed to take the lint the dryer's lint trap doesn't catch cleaned out professionally a few times a year. Our house was designed by drunken monkeys and so the tubey bit is impossible to access from pretty much anywhere but the roof.
#9
chemist612:
They have a lot of tension, as garage doors are really heavy. Their purpose is to make the garage door respond like it is weightless, easily lifting and closing. To work on them you have to displace that tension somewhere else while you work on the door or rails or whatever. This involves a specialty tool that fits into some slots near the springs. Using an improvised tool leaves room for it to come loose and now you have a free spinning spring. There are many things that can happen, including the spring flying apart as it spins. The most likely is that the improvised tool gets flung and either slices through whatever is nearby (including you) or it gets launched with enough force to chip concrete. Either way you don't want to be around when that happens.
papaskank:
After being hit in the face by a spring from an old bush hog I will never deal with springs by myself. That thing barely took out one of my eyes and all we did was move it.
ToBlayyyve:
I was chatting with the garage door repair guy about the springs. He told me a story about a guy he knew and lets just say he lost a chunk of his skull when the spring got away from him.
He begins with a simple but eye-opening example: “If you look at the back of crayon boxes, they always come with safety warnings. Materials we consider harmless can actually be risky, especially around children. Kids tend to put things in their mouths, and even small objects or art supplies can become dangerous if swallowed.”
And this isn’t just a rare occurrence. Studies show that young children frequently put objects in their mouths, which can sometimes lead to serious situations. Researchers analyzing data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission found that between 1995 and 2015, more than 755,000 children under the age of six were taken to emergency rooms after swallowing objects—that’s an average of 99 cases every single day. Over those 20 years, the rate nearly doubled, rising from 9.5 cases per 10,000 children in 1995 to 18 cases per 10,000 in 2015. The findings highlight just how common these incidents are, reinforcing why even everyday items need clear safety warnings and careful supervision when children are around.
#10
#11
noxinboxes:
Whenever I fly, I count how many rows there are between me and the exits in front and behind. I doubt I would remember the information in case of emergency but it makes me feel good to be on top of things
Jerico_Hill:
I learned this after watching the station nightclub fire video. That will stay with me for the rest of my life.
Warning to the curious, I've seen so much stuff on the internet, I roamed through rotten.com as a teenager. That video is by far and away the most disturbing thing I've ever witnessed. That said, I'll always make a note of all fire exits no matter where I am.
#12
Moving deeper into his work, Amey explains, “As artists, we constantly work with paints and pigments. It’s important to choose quality materials, especially if you’re using them daily. Some pigments contain heavy metals like lead, cadmium, or cobalt, and long-term exposure to these can affect your health without you even realizing it at first.”
#13
#14
And if they do, they'll be perfectly fine with allowing you to dial the number and put it on speaker
Related: "No." Is a complete sentence. Be comfortable saying it to strangers.
#15
Also if your lost ask the postman if they're about, should know every road in a lot of detail.
He also sheds light on solvents commonly used in art: “Things like turpentine, mineral spirits, and acetone might feel like basic tools, but they’re not harmless. Spending time around the fumes or getting them on your skin can leave you dizzy, irritated, and even cause long-term health problems if you’re not careful. It’s easy to forget how strong these chemicals are when you’re focused on creating, but a little caution goes a long way.”
#16
#17
• If possible don't ever fight against a knife you WILL get cut and probably will lose
• Learn to make a fire through primitive means
• Never eat a wild plant without seeing an expert doing it first (even if you have a book or other aid)
• Panicking is the leading cause of death in an emergency, just remember "Stay calm, you can figure this out".
x0x_Poet_x0x:
If you absolutely have to engage with a knife-wielding opponent, wrap something, anything that's available around one forearm and use it to deflect the blade. Try to gain leverage on your opponent's wrist and break their grip at its weakest point (the thumb).
#18
“Then there’s resin,” he adds. “It’s become incredibly popular lately; people use it to make jewelry, home decor, and all kinds of creative pieces. But working with resin isn’t risk-free. The chemicals involved can trigger strong skin reactions and even breathing problems if used without proper precautions.”
#19
Cali9t7:
No, no, no. If you are not a licensed electrician, don't put your life at risk, because 9/10 times that guy on YouTube won't be able to tell you how your house is wired. You pay a professional because they know the risks/controls.
Here's a small list of things that can go wrong if you mess with your own electrics:
-Electrical shock from direct contact with exposed conductors
-Electrical shock from indirect contact
-Electrocution
-Fire
-Damage to property
You never know what person has messed with your electrical system before you. Those simple phase checkers are called Death Sticks in our trade. Never, ever rely on them. They are cheap for a reason.
If you really, truly don't want to pay a professional and are adamant on doing it yourself, turn the power off to the whole house. Crossed neutrals, damaged cabling and poor connections will end you.
Source: am electrician.
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