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Guys’ Experiment Reveals That Wearing Hi-Vis Vests Gets You Everywhere For Free, And It’s Scary
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Guys’ Experiment Reveals That Wearing Hi-Vis Vests Gets You Everywhere For Free, And It’s Scary

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David Allegretti and his mate Sean decided to conduct a little social experiment. They wanted to know just how far they could get by wearing official-looking hi-vis jackets. And based on his findings that he wrote up in an article for Vice, it seems that they got pretty far indeed.

“There’s just something about uniforms that garner an almost naive trust,” wrote David. “People trust uniforms. Most of us obey the word of those clad in uniforms.” First they tried to walk straight into a movie theater without paying, and guess what? It worked. Next they tried their luck at the zoo, where once again they waltzed straight in without a hitch. Deciding to up their game, they headed for a Coldplay concert. Know what happened? Read on to find out. The experiment is a fun way of highlighting how easy it is to get stuff for free, but it also reveals how scarily easy it is to get past security without being noticed.

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David Allegretti and his mate Sean decided to see how far they could get by wearing official-looking hi-vis vests

They decided to test their stunt at the local movie theater, and guess what? They walked right in for free

Next they tried their luck at the local zoo, and once again they got in without paying

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“Sean even gave the ticket clerk a cheeky “g’day” on the way in,” wrote David. “We couldn’t believe how easy it was”

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“There’s just something about uniforms that garner an almost naive trust. People trust uniforms. Most of us obey the word of those clad in uniforms”

Deciding to up their game, they tried to get into a Coldplay concert in Melbourne

And guess what? It worked! “All in all, the experience had just proved…that you’ll never know if you don’t try”

“I guess if I could give you one piece of advice, it would be this: Go get yourself a hi-vis vest. And that’s all you need to know about life”

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

As interesting as this post is... With all of the terrorism and shootings happening in the world... It is scary to see how trusting people are of uniforms... The security of these business was compromised especially with the concert. You can also see in the last photo of the concert the guy was holding a bag (this could have contained something dangerous in a different situation), if these people were (they are NOT as far as I know) terrorists this could have ended horribly. The businesses involved in the breaches of security should issue an apology to the public. I’m sorry if this sounds harsh... I am just so fed up of terrorism, shootings, war and to see that this could have gone into a horrible situation sickens me. *What do you all think? Put your reply down below, I am genuinely interested in all of your opinions on this topic.*

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

I agree-their stunt wasn't cute and funny, but an eye opener that we need to step up our game and be more aware. They could've been bad guys

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Ross Bike
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The bad thing about getting into a Coldplay concert for free is you have to watch a Coldplay concert for free.

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

They have highlighted a serious flaw in security everywhere...

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Flora Polvado
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm just picturing hi-vis vests becoming the next trend in concert wear. Like, a sea of neon yellow and orange.

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Elizabeth Newton
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am incredibly freaked out by this. What the hell? Where are all the security measures we're supposed to have in place? Reminds me of my recent trip to Sydney Domestic Airport to pick up my mum. There was a backpack hanging on a railing outside a departure door. There were airport staff walking past it and not one of them gave it a glance. I stood there for a good 10 mins watching staff ignore it before alerting security to it, and they still did nothing. I was absolutely appalled.

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

Oh, I'm not trusting, but I do experience the pressure to obey authority figures without question. If you do question them, often they tend to get uppity about it...

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Amanda Panda
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so simple, yet genius! Wish they tried it at more places, and this was a longer series. Curious to see how far they get before they are caught! lol

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Anna Hajdu
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

that's the Christmas spirit!!!! Just call it what it is, no need to far reach with hypothesis' and whatnot. Just a couple of guys having some fun. You people with the negative comments are the ones who went to the negative zone.

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Jessie Taormina
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pulling this off in Australia is only a touch more impressive than pulling this off in canada would be. #toonice #tootrusting

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

sounds like "der hauptmann von köpenick" (The Captain of Köpenick)

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

Giving terrorists ideas about how to get past security -- also not cool.

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

I hope the guys went back later and paid...these guys are kind of jerks. Dishonesty is not cool.

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Anton Montaut
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also works if your wearing overalls and carrying a tool box, or a doctors/lab coat,

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Andrea Day
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is at least as much about white privilege as it is about security.

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Trav May
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

HOLY C**P! How in the world is something like this so-called 'white privilege'?

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

C'est fou quand même . Ça serait pas mal de tester en caméra cachée pour tester le plan vigipirate et de poster la vidéo

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Elie Georges
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same goes with a DSLR Camera in events. i can get inside without having the proper credentials. I just make sure i carry the camera high enough for the bouncer/security person to see it.

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htbq
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7 years ago

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its fake. if not fake than they just showed the internet that they robbed these facilities. have fun in jail guys!

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Jonathan Eatsalot
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7 years ago

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Yay, cheating people is fun and gets you upvotes to stroke your ego. Win-Win!!

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Doge Da Lord
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lmao I'm gonna count how many times I have to tell you to shut up now. 4th time.

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

As interesting as this post is... With all of the terrorism and shootings happening in the world... It is scary to see how trusting people are of uniforms... The security of these business was compromised especially with the concert. You can also see in the last photo of the concert the guy was holding a bag (this could have contained something dangerous in a different situation), if these people were (they are NOT as far as I know) terrorists this could have ended horribly. The businesses involved in the breaches of security should issue an apology to the public. I’m sorry if this sounds harsh... I am just so fed up of terrorism, shootings, war and to see that this could have gone into a horrible situation sickens me. *What do you all think? Put your reply down below, I am genuinely interested in all of your opinions on this topic.*

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

I agree-their stunt wasn't cute and funny, but an eye opener that we need to step up our game and be more aware. They could've been bad guys

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Ross Bike
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The bad thing about getting into a Coldplay concert for free is you have to watch a Coldplay concert for free.

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

They have highlighted a serious flaw in security everywhere...

florapolvado avatar
Flora Polvado
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm just picturing hi-vis vests becoming the next trend in concert wear. Like, a sea of neon yellow and orange.

elizabethnewton avatar
Elizabeth Newton
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am incredibly freaked out by this. What the hell? Where are all the security measures we're supposed to have in place? Reminds me of my recent trip to Sydney Domestic Airport to pick up my mum. There was a backpack hanging on a railing outside a departure door. There were airport staff walking past it and not one of them gave it a glance. I stood there for a good 10 mins watching staff ignore it before alerting security to it, and they still did nothing. I was absolutely appalled.

dysamoria-accounts avatar
Jace
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh, I'm not trusting, but I do experience the pressure to obey authority figures without question. If you do question them, often they tend to get uppity about it...

afboerste avatar
Amanda Panda
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so simple, yet genius! Wish they tried it at more places, and this was a longer series. Curious to see how far they get before they are caught! lol

anna_hajdu avatar
Anna Hajdu
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

that's the Christmas spirit!!!! Just call it what it is, no need to far reach with hypothesis' and whatnot. Just a couple of guys having some fun. You people with the negative comments are the ones who went to the negative zone.

jpkann avatar
Jessie Taormina
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pulling this off in Australia is only a touch more impressive than pulling this off in canada would be. #toonice #tootrusting

lukastruss avatar
lukastruss
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

sounds like "der hauptmann von köpenick" (The Captain of Köpenick)

jeannamagary avatar
Jeanna
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Giving terrorists ideas about how to get past security -- also not cool.

jeannamagary avatar
Jeanna
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope the guys went back later and paid...these guys are kind of jerks. Dishonesty is not cool.

superfastfox avatar
Anton Montaut
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also works if your wearing overalls and carrying a tool box, or a doctors/lab coat,

andrea_lynne_day avatar
Andrea Day
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is at least as much about white privilege as it is about security.

bigtrav261 avatar
Trav May
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

HOLY C**P! How in the world is something like this so-called 'white privilege'?

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drewebshop avatar
Audrey
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

C'est fou quand même . Ça serait pas mal de tester en caméra cachée pour tester le plan vigipirate et de poster la vidéo

elie-georges avatar
Elie Georges
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same goes with a DSLR Camera in events. i can get inside without having the proper credentials. I just make sure i carry the camera high enough for the bouncer/security person to see it.

stephen-bormann avatar
htbq
Community Member
7 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

its fake. if not fake than they just showed the internet that they robbed these facilities. have fun in jail guys!

christianhill avatar
Jonathan Eatsalot
Community Member
7 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

Yay, cheating people is fun and gets you upvotes to stroke your ego. Win-Win!!

rishitarane avatar
Doge Da Lord
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lmao I'm gonna count how many times I have to tell you to shut up now. 4th time.

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