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Design is meant to eliminate problems. To make our lives easier. However, that's not always the case. Even though safety should be a key component when making any type of product, sometimes it falls out of the manufacturing equation and the consumer gets a hazard instead. And something to submit to the subreddit r/DangerousDesigns.

Created in 2014, this online community now has over 140K members, constantly sharing pics of exactly what its name suggests. Whether it's a questionable architectural solution or misleading packaging, over the years they've amassed quite the collection! Continue scrolling and check out some of the most popular posts on the subreddit.

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Was Looking For A Budget Mattress When I Saw This...

Was Looking For A Budget Mattress When I Saw This...

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Jo Johannsen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

1. Shouldn't have used fiberglass filler, and 2. State on the label WHY you shouldn't remove the cover.

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One of the subreddit's moderators told Bored Panda they would describe it as "light-hearted."

"Dangerous staircase designs are by far our biggest collection of content, so much so that I've had to make a rule so they can only be posted once per week," the person who chose to remain anonymous said.

"Being a non-specific image subreddit, I wouldn't say there's much of a 'community' in the traditional sense," they explained. "However, there are plenty of users who are dedicated to helping me and the other mods manage this subreddit and keep it of a higher quality than most subreddits with over 100K subscribers."

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Similar Design, One Can Kill And One Tastes Good

Similar Design, One Can Kill And One Tastes Good

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Iron ass
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Knowing me I'd ignore them both and accidentally drink something else...

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#4

Guess It’s Back To Good Ol’ Drunk Driving

Guess It’s Back To Good Ol’ Drunk Driving

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According to the law firm Carr & Carr, many products can be dangerous if the consumers dismiss their warnings and use the items incorrectly. Just consider the cleaning products available at your grocery store or the power tools you use for lawn maintenance.

"[But] when it comes to product liability lawsuits in which consumers seek compensation for harm caused by a particular product, one of the key factors is proving whether the product in question is unreasonably dangerous," Carr & Carr write on their website.

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"Since there's no way to anticipate every way in which a consumer might interact with a product, it’s impossible to design and manufacture a product that is entirely free from risk. However, consumers have a right to expect that a given product is safe when used as directed for its intended purpose," Carr & Carr explain.

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May Have Been Posted Before But This Is Pure Insanity

May Have Been Posted Before But This Is Pure Insanity

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An unreasonably dangerous product is one that poses greater risks than an ordinary user might reasonably expect when using the product as intended. "This definition makes a distinction between products that are dangerous—such as drain cleaners or chainsaws—and those that pose threats beyond their intended purpose."

"In general, drain cleaners and chainsaws are not unreasonably dangerous because most come with detailed instructions for the proper use and warnings about their risks. The unreasonable danger in product liability cases is characterized by a flaw in the product's design, manufacture or marketing," Carr & Carr note.

So which of these pictures do you think feature unreasonably dangerous designs? Upvote them and let's see!

#7

Children’s Playground In 1912

Children’s Playground In 1912

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#8

Seems Legit...

Seems Legit...

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#9

Staircase Beautified With Loose Boulders And A Broken Pelvis

Staircase Beautified With Loose Boulders And A Broken Pelvis

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Saint Thomas
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one seemed so over the top I did a little reverse image search : it's an art installation by French artist Céleste Boursier-Mougenot. It's called "Chorégraphie". - https://slash-paris.com/critiques/celeste-boursier-mougenot-a-la-galerie-xippas

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#12

Almost Did It, Too

Almost Did It, Too

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#13

Bruh

Bruh

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Sum Guy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't see a problem here... this is perfect, if you can't get into and out of the garage, you don't deserve to drive

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#15

Couldn’t Get A Good Seat? Risk Your Life Trying To Watch The Game!

Couldn’t Get A Good Seat? Risk Your Life Trying To Watch The Game!

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Sorry, Wheelchair Users!

Sorry, Wheelchair Users!

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Giles McArdell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Any disabled person strong enough to get up that slope in a wheelchair could probably hand walk up the steps anyway - no doubt carrying the wheelchair in their teeth at the same time.

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Honu
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yep. But, seriously, I can't imagine that you could even get the traction to not just slide down. And it's so steep, you'd likely tip over backwards. Maximum pitch for a legally compliant wheelchair ramp in the US is 1:12.

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Mary Peace
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Much quicker coming down, tho you miight separate from the wheelchair at some point.

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Thomas Biorogue
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think businesses that do this JUST to be ADA compliant, should be fined double. I bet / hope that was put on there as a joke. This may be a ramp to slide stuff down, rather than carrying it. Firewood, boxes, crates, something.

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Matthew Rasanen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Finally, a use that makes sense, as this would not be considered a legal wheelchair ramp anywhere in the world. A prankster put the sign on.

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lily s weakland
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

why i would not want to use that i should know i am in a wheel chair

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Alexandra Davis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a wheelchair user, sign me up! Looks fun going down, not going up though!

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Elizabeth Gardner
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

one question ! if it is a basic wheel chair how? if it is motorised, why would you even try.

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Shirley Heyn
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just need a really good running start for up, coming down would be uncontrolled. . . maybe only used once?

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shado
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

real question is ... does it have a winch, to haul the chairs up the ramp with?

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Problem Child
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Johnny Joestar does not approve of this, But President Valentine does

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catherine todd
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where in the heck is this? I can't believe it's real, if I didn't see it with my own eyes!

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Vermillion Ace #443
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*cues up American Gladiators theme* A workout and a half...(seriously, how is this even safe or effective?)

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Kathy Brown
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

At Least there's a ramp. My family and I went to a rest area to use the restrooms. We had to climb a lot of stairs to get to it. When we got inside, there was a handicap stall. But there was NO RAMP for anyone in a wheel chair. ONLY STAIRS.

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Matthew Rasanen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like the thin piece of wood on the end of the stair treads that keeps the wheelchair on the ramp as it's plummeting down, and not running into the ends of the stair treads. Amazing forethought!

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Sherry Harvey
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey! Want to see how it feels to go 95 mph in your wheelchair?? You do? Have I got a surprise for you!

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Susan Mercurio
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, they obeyed the law! They made it handicap-accessible! (Depending on your definition of "accessible.")

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HammerzToe
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have to look fast for the STUPID sign in this pic or you will miss it as you fly past....

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Josh Coker
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i hear the smashing pumpkins in my head - WANNA GO FOR A RIDE???

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Bettye McKee
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wheelchair users, stay home! This does not meet any of the requirements for handicapped access. It is good for nothing but a joke!

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Yehudit Hannah Cohn
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the fact that someone actually pasted on the "Accessible" sign with a straight face.

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Lori Oostendorp
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

New Olympic event: Wheelchair downhill slalom. "He's down the ramp at warp speed....across the driveway....down the street....passing cars right and left....what a sight! He's setting a new world record here folks!"

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Lori Oostendorp
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

''' "He's down the ramp at warp speed, across the driveway, into the street, and down the road...passing cars right and left.....what a sight folks! He's setting a new land speed record here folks!" New Olympic event.

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Trent Hanson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can see long live the king ta a disabled guy and gets thrown down the ramp

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Alex Preston
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's in a small coastal community in Alaska's Inside Passage, population about 100 at suppertime. There's a winch at the top.

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Marco Conti
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sorry about what? There is a perfectly good ramp next to the handy stairs. AND it's really good on the way back if you are in hurry.

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Alex Hamilton
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one conjours up the most amazing visuals of little old ladies zooming down the ramp yelling wheeeeeee, or perhaps, wee.

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Spinaap
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

maybe the sign is there to indicate you'll end up in a wheelchair using that side ...?

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B Hobbit
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is what happens when regulations MUST be met even if unreasonable. "Any new steps installed in town MUST have a corresponding wheelchair ramp." "Yeah....but...." "If you want your steps you MUST install a ramp." "Mmm. Okaaaay."

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Apachebathmat
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hold on kids, I’ve entered us into the wheelchair redbull challenge!

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Duncan
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am having awful thoughts about a wheelchair descending that ramp....

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Alexis Draskinis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminds me of friday the 13th part 2 with Mark & his chair going down the stairs. Regardless of whether i needed a chair to start, I would be stupid enough to recreate that...i may need the chair afterwards! Lol!

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Brian Michael
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For the paraplegic who just won't stop until they are quadriplegic.

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Leo Domitrix
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, what, I slide Grandma down on her butt?! (Admittedly, I htink to myself: Oooh, a slide!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Warning: if don’t already need a wheelchair, you will do if you attempt to ride down this ramp!

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Jerry Conaway
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey, the owners made an attempt to accommodate. That's all you can ask for.

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Daniel Marsh
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WEE-HOO!!!!! That's an amusement park ride, you got there!!!

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#18

This 1930s Design Let You Hang Your Baby Over The Side Of A Building In A Cage

This 1930s Design Let You Hang Your Baby Over The Side Of A Building In A Cage

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Almost Pulled A Michael Scott While Delivering Groceries Today

Almost Pulled A Michael Scott While Delivering Groceries Today

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This 1955 Device For Smoking A Whole Packet Of Cigarettes At Once

This 1955 Device For Smoking A Whole Packet Of Cigarettes At Once

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#22

Warning Label Inside A Helmet I Received When We Rented 4-Wheelers

Warning Label Inside A Helmet I Received When We Rented 4-Wheelers

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#23

The Cannonball Loop Waterslide, A Slide So Dangerous It Was Shutdown Almost Immediately After Opening

The Cannonball Loop Waterslide, A Slide So Dangerous It Was Shutdown Almost Immediately After Opening

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#24

Every Chair In This Resort Fits Through The Deck, And The Majority Of People Who Stay Here Are Seniors

Every Chair In This Resort Fits Through The Deck, And The Majority Of People Who Stay Here Are Seniors

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#25

Step Out Of A Bathtub Down A Flight Of Stairs, Anyone?

Step Out Of A Bathtub Down A Flight Of Stairs, Anyone?

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#26

This Architect Accidentally Built A Death Ray That Melts Cars And Fries Eggs... Again

This Architect Accidentally Built A Death Ray That Melts Cars And Fries Eggs... Again

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#27

This Will Probably Work Out Just Fine For Bicycles...

This Will Probably Work Out Just Fine For Bicycles...

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#28

In The 1930s You Could Buy Artificial Snow Made Out Of 100% Asbestos

In The 1930s You Could Buy Artificial Snow Made Out Of 100% Asbestos

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Sum Guy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Humans didn't know better back then... asbestos was the perfect material. It didn't burn

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#29

Get A Bone Broken Every Time You Slide Down

Get A Bone Broken Every Time You Slide Down

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Poor Guy

Poor Guy

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Sum Guy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Now I'm worried about all the buildings I've been in... is this something that is in every building?

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#31

On The Floor Of Doctor's Office. If You Trip On It, You're In The Right Place

On The Floor Of Doctor's Office. If You Trip On It, You're In The Right Place

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#32

It Looks Nice Sure, But I Didn’t Even Know That Was A Real Extinguisher

It Looks Nice Sure, But I Didn’t Even Know That Was A Real Extinguisher

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Demi Zwaan
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, totally illegal. Fire extinguisher are never allowed to be part of the decor, they need to stand out, however ugly that is.

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#34

Food Aid Packages And Cluster Bombs, Both Dropped On Afghanistan In 2001

Food Aid Packages And Cluster Bombs, Both Dropped On Afghanistan In 2001

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Aski Markup
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sick f***s. Cluster bombs are one of the most disgusting things used and they used them. On civilians without a care in the world.

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#35

That Would Explain Why My Ankle Hurts

That Would Explain Why My Ankle Hurts

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Jo Johannsen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not for use as object it appears to be is apparently a trend in China-manufactured goods?

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Dangerous-Design

Dangerous-Design

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#41

Not Sure If Its Dangerous But I Think It Is

Not Sure If Its Dangerous But I Think It Is

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#42

Does This Count

Does This Count

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Kirsten Kerkhof
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's like one of those annoying clicker balls that are in every office. Only this one doesn't click, just scream.

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#43

Not A Fan Of That Projector

Not A Fan Of That Projector

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#45

You Cant Quite See But Right Above It There Is A Wall

You Cant Quite See But Right Above It There Is A Wall

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#46

Go Ahead, Spend The Taxpayers’ Dollars On A “Decorative Circle” In The Middle Of An Intersection. What Could Go Wrong?

Go Ahead, Spend The Taxpayers’ Dollars On A “Decorative Circle” In The Middle Of An Intersection. What Could Go Wrong?

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#47

I Love The New No Stop Exit They Put Up At Our Corner Gas Station, You Don't Even Have To Stop To Exit

I Love The New No Stop Exit They Put Up At Our Corner Gas Station, You Don't Even Have To Stop To Exit

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#48

God Forbid You Have A Baby Or A Little Dog

God Forbid You Have A Baby Or A Little Dog

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#50

This Warm Tent

This Warm Tent

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