The grumpy thread

[Pete-M]

You're a bit feeble when it comes to the odd fragrance ain't ya? Bloody hell.

[myglaren]

You're a bit feeble when it comes to the odd fragrance ain't ya? Bloody hell.

Yep - there is one of the directors at work I have to give a very wide berth to on account of his aftershave. One whiff and that's another days pay down the drain - like today.

[Minimad5]

Good luck Trigger (and Mrs_Trigger) - Hope it all works out for the both of you

[dollywobbler]

Why on earth do people bother recording live shows on their shitty mobiles and then upload the 'footage' to YouTube? How can you recreate the wonder of a live even through the medium of probably the shittest way of recording video? WHY DO YOU BOTHER?! They bother so they can clutter up the airwaves with nonsensical shite so that people who like good music like me have to wade through this valley if shit to find the good stuff. Well, thanks for the thought, but I'd rather you just fucked off, left your mobile at home, didn't wave it around like a twat at gigs or maybe just STAYED AT HOME!

 

I used this to calm me down.

[M'coli]

You're a bit feeble when it comes to the odd fragrance ain't ya? Bloody hell.

Yep - there is one of the directors at work I have to give a very wide berth to on account of his aftershave. One whiff and that's another days pay down the drain - like today.

To be blunt - I have asthma - and it may make you feel like a dick, but I'd go for carrying a 3M flymask about with me if it troubled me that badly.

[Cavcraft]

Good luck (Mr and Mrs) Trigger.

[myglaren]

You're a bit feeble when it comes to the odd fragrance ain't ya? Bloody hell.

Yep - there is one of the directors at work I have to give a very wide berth to on account of his aftershave. One whiff and that's another days pay down the drain - like today.

To be blunt - I have asthma - and it may make you feel like a dick, but I'd go for carrying a 3M flymask about with me if it troubled me that badly.

 

They bought a charcoal filter mask for me - it is the glue I was using that has brought on the asthma.

As soon as I put it on it triggered an attack, another day lost due to the materials the mask is composed of.

 

My main grump is that the company was advertised as being strictly non-smoking, long before this was a requirement. Patently not observed at the time or since.

However it is now a legal requirement that all work areas are none smoking and there is ONE designated smoking are to serve the six-factory complex, that no-one uses. They all stand in doorways creating an impenetrable barrier that further drifts into the factories.

The directors are the worst culprits, wander all over the site smoking - not a real incentive for anyone employed there to abide by the regulations.

 

I have always disliked and avoided fag smoke but it is not a dislike but a complete intolerance now, due to methyl isocyanate* in the glue that is used.

 

*the stuff that killed all the people in Bhopal - in lower concentrations of course.

It took me six weeks to get the COSHH data from them and they have no COSHH data on any of the other materials and solvents that are used throughout the factory

[eddyramrod]

I have asthma too, for nearly 50 years. On the odd rare occasion that a smoker is considerate enough to ask me if I mind, my standard reply is that I like breathing. Smoking is a pretty effective way of making it impossible for me to breathe, so as far as I'm concerned smoking around me is tantamount to attempted murder. To anyone who says they have a right to smoke, I say my right to breathe supersedes that, since breathing is not only natural but essential, and for the likes of me it's bloody tough enough anyway. I don't think anyone will be surprised to discover that I actively avoid the company of smokers anyway, pretty difficult in Cyprus where smoking seems to be almost compulsory! But then, that's been my impression of nearly all my career choices, including healthcare... [/rant]

 

And Mrs Ramrod does the perfume thing too, I'm forever having to drive with the windows down...

[CreepingJesus]

Copped a load of perfume today in Asda, off what can only be described as the three ages of ned. Made my nose and eyes stream, despite a)having had a cold for the last few days, and b)smoking 20 a day.

What's the point? Stick on a lttle bit, if you think it smells nice, fine. Just because the bottle's got the signature of some no-mark Z-list celeb, that must be a reason to throw a jerry can of the shit all over yourself!

[trigger]

Good luck (Mr and Mrs) Trigger.

 

Thanks guys

[chaseracer]

You have a PM, sir...

[Cavcraft]

My main grump is that the company was advertised as being strictly non-smoking, long before this was a requirement. Patently not observed at the time or since.

However it is now a legal requirement that all work areas are none smoking and there is ONE designated smoking are to serve the six-factory complex, that no-one uses. They all stand in doorways creating an impenetrable barrier that further drifts into the factories.

The directors are the worst culprits, wander all over the site smoking - not a real incentive for anyone employed there to abide by the regulations.

 

I have always disliked and avoided fag smoke but it is not a dislike but a complete intolerance now, due to methyl isocyanate* in the glue that is used.

 

*the stuff that killed all the people in Bhopal - in lower concentrations of course.

It took me six weeks to get the COSHH data from them and they have no COSHH data on any of the other materials and solvents that are used throughout the factory

 

A quick 'phone call to the HSE should sort that out, or some sort of factory inspector type. They have to have an emergency folder available at all times with the M.S.D.S of each product in your place and everyone should be told where it is.

 

I used to sample solvent tanks and without a mask as soon as you opened the dip hatch you'd be as high as a kite.

[myglaren]

You have a PM, sir...

Many thanks, excellent advice, PM returned.

[Guest Leonard Hatred]

PM exchange witnessed on the forum.

[myglaren]

My main grump is that the company was advertised as being strictly non-smoking, long before this was a requirement. Patently not observed at the time or since.

However it is now a legal requirement that all work areas are none smoking and there is ONE designated smoking are to serve the six-factory complex, that no-one uses. They all stand in doorways creating an impenetrable barrier that further drifts into the factories.

The directors are the worst culprits, wander all over the site smoking - not a real incentive for anyone employed there to abide by the regulations.

 

I have always disliked and avoided fag smoke but it is not a dislike but a complete intolerance now, due to methyl isocyanate* in the glue that is used.

 

*the stuff that killed all the people in Bhopal - in lower concentrations of course.

It took me six weeks to get the COSHH data from them and they have no COSHH data on any of the other materials and solvents that are used throughout the factory

 

A quick 'phone call to the HSE should sort that out, or some sort of factory inspector type. They have to have an emergency folder available at all times with the M.S.D.S of each product in your place and everyone should be told where it is.

 

I used to sample solvent tanks and without a mask as soon as you opened the dip hatch you'd be as high as a kite.

 

Thanks Billy, I have considered that but the HSE are going to be on them like a ton of bricks in a couple of weeks anyway when I put my compensation claim in for the finger I lost to a circular saw that their insurers (I discovered later) had condemned a year previously and they have neglected to inform the HSE about.

 

I have dithered about for nearly three years so they think they have got away with that one

[Pillock]

Fuck, you're still working there why??

If their lax attitude to H&S is putting you at risk then get the hell out, I'm no fan of the needless-compensation age where you get £50k for bumping your head but seriously I'd have them for that. Your payout should reflect the fact you're unlikely to wander into work the next day.

 

We nearly dropped a 22" telly on someone's head from 30ft up. H&S were there in minutes doing factfinds and witness statements. They were positively pooing their pants in case it was a mistake on their part.

[Cavcraft]

You'll have some fun when they turn up, they don't take ANY prisoners nor any bullshit.

[myglaren]

Fuck, you're still working there why??

Indolence an inertia, only have two years left before retirement.

Probably wouldn't get another job now anyway, too old and decrepit, not to mention stupid.

[Pillock]

No, as far as Claims Direct are aware you've got another 15 years of gainful employment ahead of you until it was tragically cut short (no offence) by a saw.

Go get 'em.

[chaseracer]

Steve - do it, and do it NOW!

 

YOU are the injured party here and you're still (just...) inside the 3-year limit. ACAS will advise, and the HSE stormtroopers will do their bit.

[myglaren]

Yes, I really should get something under way.

I am rather wary of the ambulance chasers though, too many negative reports and I can't say that I have heard a positive one.

Looks like contacting ACAS will be the way to do it.

Thanks for the advice all.

[Lord Sterling]

I am rather wary of the ambulance chasers though, too many negative reports and I can't say that I have heard a positive one.

 

I understand where your coming from but you never know until you try. I wouldnt have thought you would have anything to lose by making a claim, but I'm not an expert on this subject.

 

Get something done soon before you lose your rights (Sounding a like a TV advert here ) and dont let your employers get away with it, if they've got away with this lax attitude once, they will do it again and again, next time someone might even lose thier life.

[Negative Creep]

Work

 

"Why does your advert state you haven't changed your prices because of the VAT rise, yet your website says the price includes 20% VAT? I think it's very misleading"

 

[Volksy]

Spending a week recovering from H1N1 Flu, only to develop Pneumonia. On the road to recovery but I NEVER want to go through it again!

[chaseracer]

I am rather wary of the ambulance chasers though...

Fair enough. Talk to the CAB http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/ - they can point you in the direction of a decent and reliable local solicitor.

[dollywobbler]

I thought there was a three-year limit on personal injury claims - I may be wrong - it's a long time since I worked in law - but I wouldn't hang about!

[hennabm]

ebay halfwits

 

I advertise some items and state in the advert cheque preferred. Then send them the invoice stating cheque required.

So half the f**kwits can't read and pay by that other ebay company called paypay.

Fu**king dozy twunts - ffs don't they read the advert and the invoice.

If I buy off ebay I look at terms & conditions and how they want to be paid. Not these mouth breathing scum I'm dealing with. Tossers

 

and takes another gulp of whisky to steady the nerves

[Guest]

Biblically, willfully, MONUMENTALLY stupid customers on the phone at work.

 

'What's a three pin plug? I don't understand.' MONG.

 

'I didn't buy this CD player from you 18 months ago, and it's broken, why can't you give me any advice, I'm entitled to a refund!'' SPECIAL.

 

'Why does this AV receiver not have a balance button on it? I want to listen to my cassettes on it.' CRETIN.

 

'I'm some Brummy mong and I want you to price match this POS multi room amplifier despite the fact the company that does it 'cheaper' is based in Kowloon Bay and sends out all of its stuff duty unpaid, but I'm well clever because it's £5 cheaper there and you lot are cunts for not matching it and all your advertising is false and I'm going to get you all done for misrepresentation and I'm the last outspoken iconoclast of consumer rights' bollocks bling blah. BELL END.

 

'I want the TV with the PS2 in it and it comes with a free DVD player (does it bollocks) and you're talking shit when you say the PS2 plays DVDs, my mate says you're talking shit' FUCK OFF.

 

'I want to speak to the [insert random name of a London street] store please. Why do you not know where that is? It's in the West End (bugger me, how specific, we haven't got 13 stores there or anything)! Blah blah self righteous bollocks etc etc. FUCK YOU, LONDON IS NOT THE CENTRE OF THE UNIVERSE AND NOT ALL OF US WERE BORN THERE YOU ARROGANT CUNT. (this last one has happened about 150 times so far)

 

Mind you, those lot have got a long way to go to match the irate Guinness slurper who rang me up at M&S and called me racist because I couldn't put him through to an Irish member of staff (we didn't have any).

 

I have also yet to have:

 

'Fuck off, I'm not speaking to you, you P**i bastard, you're in India.'

 

'I can't understand a word you're saying you ignorant Northerner, your accent is horrible.'

 

'Why couldn't I get through you hateful bastards?' (after the minute's silence on Rememberance Day, FFS. I slammed the phone down on that ignorant bitch).

[55bloke]

I feel your pain, but seriously, that's hysterical! You should write them all down and publish a book!

[Negative Creep]

The company I work for frequently advertise on the back of the Sky magazine. The number of calls we get about people wanting to change their packages or get a replacement Sky box is quite astonishing. There is even a recorded message before you get through saying we aren't Sky and still they come through! Once they realise the error they will normally be asked to be put through to them, or just continue telling you how they can't pick up Eurosport for some reason.

 

I'd love to answer the phone and just reply "Extra channels? Sure, I'll put them on for free and I'll send a tech round first thing tomorrow as well"