In case you needed further proof that the human race is doomed through stupidity, here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods.
On Pick n' Pay's peanuts: "Warning: contains nuts."
Talk About A News Flash!
On Clicks Children Cough Medicine: "Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication."
We could do a lot to reduce the rate of construction accidents if we could just get those 5 year-olds with head-colds off those bulldozers!
On a Woolworths Bread Pudding: "Product will be hot after heating."
And you thought????
On a Clicks hair dryer: "Do not use while sleeping."
But that's the only time I have to work on my hair.
On a bag of Simba Chips: "You could be a winner! No purchase necessary!" Details inside.
The shoplifter special?
On a bar of Dove soap: "Directions: Use like regular soap."
And that would be????
On some Checkers frozen dinners: "Serving suggestion: Defrost."
Please note that it's just a suggestion.
On the packaging of a Rowenta iron: "Don't iron clothes on body."
But wouldn't this save me time????
On Nytol Sleep Aid: "Warning: May cause drowsiness."
I'm taking this because????
On some brands of Christmas lights of Eastern origin: "For indoor or outdoor use only."
As opposed to what????
On a Japanese food processor: "Not to be used for the other use."
Now, somebody out there, please help me with this one. I'm a bit curious.
Instructions on a SA Airways packet of peanuts: [1] Open packet;
[2] Eat nuts.
[3] And????
On a child's Superman costume: "Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly."
Don't blame the company. I blame the parents for this one.
On a German chainsaw: "Do not attempt to stop chain with your hands or genitals."
Was there a lot of this happening somewhere????
Print on the bottom of Woolworth's Tiramisu dessert: "Do not turn upside down."
Well...duhhh... A bit late, huh!
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