Do they really need to warn people not to eat them? Would someone say, "Hey, look! They gave me a packet of salt with my new shoes! Let's go out to eat!"?
Wouldn't someone who ate such a thing deserve what they got anyways?
2006-08-28 05:52:06 · 10 answers · asked by a kinder, gentler me 7 in Health ➔ Other - Health
You people are GREAT!!
2006-08-28 06:06:29 · update #1
You would be suprised what people will do. And what they will sue for if not forewarned!! Here's some more I found-
More Silly Warning Labels
Do not iron clothes on body - warning on a Rowenta Iron
Do not use while sleeping. - warning on a Sears hair dryer
Product will be hot after heating - warning on Marks & Spencer Bread Pudding
Warning: may cause drowsiness - warning on Nytol
Warning: contains nuts - warning on Sainsbury's Peanuts
Do not attempt to stop chain with your hands - warning on a Swedish chainsaw
For play only. Cape does not enable user to fly. - warning sign on a Batman costume
This item is intended only to be used as a can cooler and not as a flotation device for cats, guinea pigs, squirrels, or other unsuspecting wildlife. - warning found on a foam can wrap.
Ceiling Fans in Operation. Please be careful when lifting small children. - sign in a fabric warehouse in Wells, South England
On a blanket from Taiwan:
Not to be used as protection from a tornado.
Warning on fireplace log:
Caution -- Risk of Fire.
A warning on a pair of shin guards manufactured for bicyclists:
Shin pads cannot protect any part of the body they do not cover.
Warning on an electric router made for carpenters:
This product not intended for use as a dental drill.
On a bottle of shampoo for dogs:
Caution: The contents of this bottle should not be fed to fish.
On a string of Chinese made Christmas lights:
For indoor or outdoor use only.
On an American Airlines packet of nuts:
Instructions - open packet, eat nuts.
On a hotel provided shower cap:
Fits one head.
On Nytol Nighttime Sleep-Aid:
Warning: May cause drowsiness.
Warning on a cartridge for a laser printer:
Do not eat toner.
Can of self-defense pepper spray warns:
May irritate eyes.
Warning on a Conair Pro Style 1600 hair dryer:
Do not use in shower. Never use while sleeping.
On Silly Putty package warning:
Not for use as earplugs.
On a baby stroller:
Remove child before folding.
On a household iron:
Never iron clothes while they are being worn.
On a fireplace lighter:
Do not use near fire, flame or sparks.
On a handheld massager:
Don't use while sleeping or unconscious.
On a cardboard car sun shield:
Do not drive with sun shield in place
On a sharpening stone:
Knives are sharp.
On bottled water label :
Twist top off with hands. Throw top away. Do not put top in mouth.
On a box of rat poison
Warning: Has been found to cause cancer in laboratory mice.
On a toilet bowl cleaning brush:
Do not use orally.
On an electric cattle prods:
For use on animals only
On a can of air freshener:
Keep out of reach of children and teenagers
On a rubber ball toy:
Choking hazard: This toy is a small ball.
On a package of dice:
Not for human consumption.
In the manual of a chainsaw:
Do not attempt to stop the blade with your hand.
On the barrel of a .22 caliber rifle:
Warning: Misuse may cause injury or death.
On an electric thermometer:
Do not use orally after using rectally.
On the wrapper of a Fruit Roll-Up snack:
Remove plastic before eating.
On a TV remote controller:
Not dishwasher safe
On a fireplace log:
"Caution - Risk of Fire"
On a CD-Player:
"Do not use the Ultradisc2000 as a projectile in a catapult."
On a box of birthday candles:
"DO NOT use soft wax as ear plugs or for any other function that involves insertion into a body cavity."
On novelty rock garden:
"Eating rocks may lead to broken teeth."
On the "Cycle-Aware" helmet-mounted mirror:
"Remember: Objects in the mirror are actually behind you."
On a packet of juggling balls:
"This product contains small granules under 3 millimeters. Not suitable for children under the age of 14 years in Europe or 8 years in the USA."
On a camera:
"This camera only works when there is film inside."
On a bottle of flavored milk drink:
"After opening, keep upright."
On a can of windscreen de-icing spray:
"Spray works in sub-zero temperatures."
On a Halloween Batman costume:
"This cape does not give the wearer the ability to fly."
2006-08-28 05:59:04 · answer #1 · answered by *~HoNeYBeE~* 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I think those warning labels are for the same people that might be tempted to use their hairdryer in the bathtub. (Really, my hairdryer has a diagram of a woman using a hairdryer in a bathtub with a line through it. "Do not use in water," it says) Oy.
Incidentally, I like to use the silica gel packets in my purse/car to absorb condensation and unpleasant smells.
2006-08-28 12:38:37 · answer #2 · answered by Lanani 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a legal disclaimer, like the "coffee is very hot" on fast food cups.
My personal belief is that the only people who
really need the warning wouldn't be able to read it anyway--ie-small children or people who have never been exposed to modern stuff.
2006-08-28 06:05:03 · answer #3 · answered by Darma 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Another example of label insanity. I have always thought that was stupid also. Mabey they should label every non-edible with do not eat. Shoe polish, do not eat. Computer keyboard, do not eat. Dish detergent, do not eat. Steering wheel, do not eat., and so on.
2006-08-28 05:59:50 · answer #4 · answered by Robert F 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the only reason they have to write that on there is because somewhere along the line some genius ate one and got sick, then probably sued the company for NOT putting a label on them.
2006-08-28 05:55:06 · answer #5 · answered by banzai 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People have eaten them and went to the ER. They told the attending physician what they had done and he said, " Drink a lot of water."
2006-08-28 05:58:25 · answer #6 · answered by karen wonderful 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only reason it's there is because somebody stupid decided that they got a free mini pack of M&M's with their shoes. Its only there because somebody has tried it before... : )
2006-08-28 05:59:28 · answer #7 · answered by ♥xoxo♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Watch AFV sometime to see the things people will do with objects intended for another use.
2006-08-28 05:57:48 · answer #8 · answered by jurydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
would a packet that small of silica hurt you? If so why don't more people use it in homicides?
2006-08-28 06:55:01 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
actually i believe it is a precaution for young children so the parents know it s poison and get it out of childrens reach
2006-08-28 06:00:07 · answer #10 · answered by glass_city_hustla 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋