Cugalabanza Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 No kidding, I just got this email at work... Subject: Lids for the coffee cups Beginning immediately we are requiring that everyone begin using lids for all beverages. Thank you for supporting this policy in keeping the Atlanta office safe for all of us. -Your safety committee I don't want to brag, but since the age of 3 or 4, I haven't really considered beverages a significant threat to my well-being. I guess I'm just really tough that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kegtapr Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 They're probably more concered about computer equipment then peoples safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevbeau Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 They're probably more concered about computer equipment then peoples safety. 698435[/snapback] Still....they do have to use sippy cups. Don't forget to wear your helmet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 No kidding, I just got this email at work...Subject: Lids for the coffee cups Beginning immediately we are requiring that everyone begin using lids for all beverages. Thank you for supporting this policy in keeping the Atlanta office safe for all of us. -Your safety committee I don't want to brag, but since the age of 3 or 4, I haven't really considered beverages a significant threat to my well-being. I guess I'm just really tough that way. 698418[/snapback] Do they allow you to drink your milk from the carton at lunch, or do you hafta use a straw? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopsGuy Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 About two years ago, I got a similar email. There were some coffee stains on the kitchen floors. The maintenance guy figured that if he supplied lids, that would rectify the problem. He did not realize that the spills probably occurred when the coffee was being poured into the cup. Also, most folks use their own coffee cup rather than the styrofoam ones in the kitchens. So now we have these cup-top dispensers in each kitchen that no one uses. The stains appear from time to time. The maintenance guy was fired. And so it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinandjokin Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 Don't forget to wear your helmet. 698438[/snapback] And don't forget to put the paper sanitary guard on the toilet seat before you rock a deuce! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 Never underestimate the power of the coffee lid union and its lobbyists. They move mountains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubes Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 About two years ago, I got a similar email. There were some coffee stains on the kitchen floors. The maintenance guy figured that if he supplied lids, that would rectify the problem. He did not realize that the spillsprobably occurred when the coffee was being poured into the cup. Also, most folks use their own coffee cup rather than the styrofoam ones in the kitchens. So now we have these cup-top dispensers in each kitchen that no one uses. The stains appear from time to time. The maintenace guy was fired. And so it goes. 698450[/snapback] Nice. Very Vonnegut-esque. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted May 26, 2006 Author Share Posted May 26, 2006 Do they allow you to drink your milk from the carton at lunch, or do you hafta use a straw? 698446[/snapback] There was a traumatic incident regarding this, for which I am currently receiving counseling through our Employee Assistance Program. Therefore, I am not at liberty to discuss the specifics, in accordance with our confidentiality policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crap Throwing Monkey Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 No kidding, I just got this email at work...Subject: Lids for the coffee cups Beginning immediately we are requiring that everyone begin using lids for all beverages. Thank you for supporting this policy in keeping the Atlanta office safe for all of us. -Your safety committee I don't want to brag, but since the age of 3 or 4, I haven't really considered beverages a significant threat to my well-being. I guess I'm just really tough that way. 698418[/snapback] And to avoid accidents in the hallways, please wear your orange high-visibility safety vest while walking. Who do you work for? I'm shorting their stock... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X. Benedict Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 No kidding, I just got this email at work...Subject: Lids for the coffee cups Beginning immediately we are requiring that everyone begin using lids for all beverages. Thank you for supporting this policy in keeping the Atlanta office safe for all of us. -Your safety committee I don't want to brag, but since the age of 3 or 4, I haven't really considered beverages a significant threat to my well-being. I guess I'm just really tough that way. 698418[/snapback] Consider it a blessing. Now pour that 4:45 martini into your travel mug and start the weekend early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted May 26, 2006 Author Share Posted May 26, 2006 And to avoid accidents in the hallways, please wear your orange high-visibility safety vest while walking. 698483[/snapback] We tried that--there were issues with the reflectors causing seizures in approximately 2% of our staff. Not to mention the chafing! We lost a lot of good men out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevbeau Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 And don't forget to put the paper sanitary guard on the toilet seat before you rock a deuce! 698452[/snapback] I grab a few from work and use them in clothes gift boxes for Xmas gifts. Same material the stores use....right? Tissue paper: The Ultimate in Ass Protection/Germ Warfare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinandjokin Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 I grab a few from work and use them in clothes gift boxes for Xmas gifts. Same material the stores use....right? Tissue paper: The Ultimate in Ass Protection/Germ Warfare 698512[/snapback] That's the stuff! Same thing the grocery store provides to grab donuts with! So many uses, it was probably invented in the Research Triangle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevbeau Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 That's the stuff! Same thing the grocery store provides to grab donuts with! So many uses, it was probably invented in the Research Triangle. 698514[/snapback] With all thos PhDs it was only a matter of time before they solved the world's problems. Next up...how to flush an automatic toilet without shuffling to the front of the stall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crap Throwing Monkey Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 We tried that--there were issues with the reflectors causing seizures in approximately 2% of our staff. Not to mention the chafing! We lost a lot of good men out there. 698498[/snapback] I know what you mean. We average a software developer a week lost to chafing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X. Benedict Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 I know what you mean. We average a software developer a week lost to chafing... 698540[/snapback] Where I work, the papercut safety course has helped, but attrition takes its toll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 So now we have these cup-top dispensers in each kitchen that no one uses. The stains appear from time to time. The maintenace guy was fired. And so it goes. 698450[/snapback] That's a really sad story, Mr. Vonnegut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomerjamhead Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 No kidding, I just got this email at work...Subject: Lids for the coffee cups Beginning immediately we are requiring that everyone begin using lids for all beverages. Thank you for supporting this policy in keeping the Atlanta office safe for all of us. -Your safety committee I don't want to brag, but since the age of 3 or 4, I haven't really considered beverages a significant threat to my well-being. I guess I'm just really tough that way. 698418[/snapback] I would say !@#$ it and cruise around the office with a camel pack or a Daniel Boone type canteen or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X. Benedict Posted May 26, 2006 Share Posted May 26, 2006 I would say !@#$ it and cruise around the office with a camel pack or a Daniel Boone type canteen or something. 698582[/snapback] That'll show em Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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