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Article created by: Indrė Lukošiūtė

What happens when people start to pretend they’re immortal? Not just any people, but those who work in potentially dangerous or even hazardous circumstances. Think of construction workers, crane operators, bridge painters… disregarding the most basic health and safety regulations. Or maybe, even worse, having to work under such conditions due to their apathetic employers.

Nothing good comes out of this, let me tell you. The legendary subreddit OSHA has set out on a mission to educate people about staying safe at work by showing what incidents lurk around the corner. It also has a touch of humor, so it’s not all that serious, but one thing is clear: “Safety First!” people!

Scroll down through our new batch of selections from the community and be sure to check out our previous features on OSHA here, here and here.

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#1

In Case Of Emergency: Just Pass Away Lmao

Emergency first aid station locked with a combination padlock, highlighting a poor work safety example.

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    Hope The Fire Isn’t Too Big

    Fire hose cabinet filled with plastic water bottles, illustrating one of the worst dumb work safety examples.

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    #3

    How Many Companies Do This Lol?

    Worker wearing a pink safety vest saying forgot my PPE while working in a floor opening, illustrating poor work safety examples.

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    #4

    By Counting The Rings You Can Determine This Tire Is Too Old

    Worn-out tire with exposed cords and damaged tread, illustrating a poor work safety example in an industrial setting.

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    #5

    Hate To Be The Guy To Ruin A 13 Year Safety Streak

    Safety sign showing only 8 days without a recordable accident, highlighting a poor work safety example.

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    #6

    When Your Breaker Keeps Tripping

    Unsafe electrical panel supported by stacked bricks in a poor work safety example from a safety-first online group.

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    #7

    Another Day In The Military

    Warning sign showing fire and life safety systems are out of service, highlighting poor work safety examples.

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    Michael Goldsberry
    Michael Goldsberry
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's all ok if a work order has been submitted. It may take years to fix, but ok.

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    #8

    Who Needs Fuses Anyway?

    Exposed electrical wiring and connectors inside a control panel showing unsafe work safety examples and hazards.

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    #9

    New Job. The Guy Showing Me What To Do Climbs Into A 2500 Gallon Mixer To Clean It

    Worker inside a large metal tank holding a high-pressure hose, illustrating one of the worst dumb work safety examples.

    There's no lock out tag out and nothing about the confined space. I told him they can fire me if they expect me to climb in there

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    #10

    I Used To Work At An Auto Shop, This Was One Of The Lifts For Vehicles

    Frayed steel cable on industrial equipment showing a clear work safety hazard example.

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    #11

    The Ladders Are Ratchet Strapped Together

    Worker on an unsafe ladder setup leaning on a wooden building, highlighting dumbest work safety examples and hazards.

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    #12

    Come With Me, And You'll Be, In A World Of OSHA Violations

    Man sitting on the floor grinding a vehicle part, sparks flying, illustrating some of the worst work safety examples.

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    #13

    Contractor In Our Company

    Man standing unsafely on the top step of a ladder, illustrating one of the worst work safety examples in an office setting.

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    #14

    A Truck That Barely Strapped On Its Cargo

    Truck carrying unsafe oversized load with lumber stacked dangerously, illustrating dumbest work safety examples on the road.

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    #15

    I’m A Fan Of Leaning Towers

    Stacked boxes blocking store aisle in a poor work safety example showing obstructed emergency exit risk.

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    #16

    The Ascension

    Worker dangerously suspended from crane fixing streetlight in snowy area, illustrating poor work safety examples on a roadside.

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    #17

    When You're The New Guy And There's Not Enough Room In The Truck

    Construction equipment being towed on highway underpass demonstrating poor work safety examples on a busy road.

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    #18

    Safety Warning In A Hospital

    Wheelchair with a handwritten safety warning sign about using armrest guards to prevent injuries, highlighting work safety examples.

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    #19

    Ladder To Hell, I'ma Right?

    Man on an unstable tall ladder leaning against a wall with another ladder precariously balanced in a work safety fail.

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    #20

    Been Nervously Watching These Two Maniac Roofers On Ladders Across The Street While Working From Home Today

    Two workers on ladders precariously balanced on a porch roof, demonstrating the dumbest work safety examples.

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    #21

    There's A Story Behind Every Sign

    Yellow safety sign on a wall in a warehouse reading beware of wall, showing dumbest work safety examples.

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    #22

    Who Needs Ladders?

    Person standing unsafely on a trash bin balanced on a bench while accessing ceiling hatch, demonstrating worst work safety examples.

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    #23

    I Think This Belongs Here

    Man precariously suspended over a large fish tank with poor work safety, supported by balloons and a ladder nearby indoors.

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    #24

    Its A Technical Term

    Hand holding a danger tag warning not to operate machinery with a humorous handwritten note on the reason section.

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    #25

    That’s Sure Not Going To Roll Sideways Anywhere

    Aircraft tire secured with ropes tied to simple wooden blocks, showing one of the worst work safety examples.

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    #26

    Partner Walked Right On It And Fell Through It

    A broken green floor panel with a hole covering a large open floor gap, showing a major work safety hazard.

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    #27

    It Works Till It Doesn't

    Exposed unsafe electrical wiring and plug demonstrating one of the worst dumb work safety examples in a hazardous setup.

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    #28

    Lemme Squeeze Right In There

    Construction worker inside a heavy machinery bucket at a site showing dumbest work safety examples.

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    #29

    Contracting In A Building In Melbourne, We Had A Fire Alarm Test This Morning And These Bins Appeared Around An Hour Later

    Recycling bins blocking a fire door in a hallway, illustrating poor work safety examples and safety hazards.

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    #30

    Nothing To See Here. Move Along

    Two workers using an unsafe ladder setup near power lines, illustrating dumbest work safety examples outdoors.

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    #31

    The Way My Sister's Husband Manage His House's Electricity

    Exposed and tangled electrical wiring on a wall showing one of the dumbest work safety examples.

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    #32

    Every Problem Can Be Resolved With A Finite Amount Of Chairs

    Man precariously standing on stacked chairs to fix air conditioner while another watches, illustrating the worst work safety examples.

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    #33

    Just A Little Boost To Reach This Gas Station Roof

    Black SUV precariously elevated at gas station with a ladder, illustrating one of the worst dumbest work safety examples.

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    #34

    Gotta Make Sure That Ladder Is Extra Secure

    Man riding unsecured on the back of a moving pickup truck, illustrating one of the worst work safety examples in action.

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    #35

    In Case Of Fire, Grab A Sword And Don't Let The Monsters Escape

    Exit door blocked by boxes and merchandise in a store, illustrating poor work safety and clutter hazards.

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    #36

    Looks Safe And Secure

    Open truck loading area with unsecured cargo and a broken safety barrier, showcasing poor work safety examples on the road.

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    #37

    Clogged Dryer Vent, Only Removed Cover, Didn't Pull Any Lint Out Yet

    Damaged industrial vent covered with a large buildup of insulation material showing poor work safety example.

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    #38

    Walked Past This Today

    Ladder dangerously placed inside a commercial sink area, illustrating one of the worst work safety examples.

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    #39

    3 Points Of Contact At All Times

    Person dangerously climbing an unstable ladder held by others indoors, illustrating the worst work safety examples.

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    #40

    Driving Behind A Commercial Pickup Truck With No Bed Door Carrying Unsecured Loose Debris

    Truck transporting large concrete debris with no visible safety measures, highlighting poor work safety examples on a clear day.

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    #41

    Step Ladders Are Overrated

    Person standing unsafely on a rolling cart in a hallway, illustrating one of the worst work safety examples.

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    #42

    Pour Yourself A Coffee, There's A Bit To Digest Here

    Construction worker wearing a hard hat using a precarious wooden safety-first setup to operate equipment indoors.

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    #43

    Tell The Firefighters To Bring Their Chainsaw

    Red valve wheel chained to tree branches outside a brick building, showing one of the dumbest work safety examples.

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    #44

    Many Bad Things Are Happening Here

    Worker welding on high steel beams standing unsafely on a ladder without proper work safety equipment outdoors.

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    #45

    Minot North Dakota Goes Hard

    Billboard ladder safety failure with a metal ladder unsecured on the side of a tall rusty pole in an icy area.

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    #46

    I Guess That Will Do

    Outdoor electrical equipment wrapped in plastic and hanging unsafely from a tree in a poor work safety example.

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    #47

    Our Toolbox Sheets Come Pre-Filled Out. Everyone Is Fit For Duty, All The Time, No Matter What

    Safety checklist on clipboard with questions about work safety, hazard permits, and ergonomic concerns at job site.

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    #48

    Who Needs To Strap Down A Load?

    Semi-truck transporting unsecured metal rods, illustrating one of the worst dumb work safety examples on the road.

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    #49

    Installing Solar Panels. One Guy Has A Harness But Isn't Tied Off, The Other Has No Harness. The Rope Is For Attaching To The Panels, But Is So Long That The Panel Would Hit The Ground

    Two workers on a snowy roof installing solar panels with inadequate safety harness use and a tangled rope nearby.

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    #50

    Check Insurance Before Hiring Contractor

    Man cutting tree branches with chainsaw high above roof, illustrating worst work safety examples and unsafe practices outdoors.

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