No OSHA Compliance/Quotes

Everything About Fiction You Never Wanted to Know.


My vats of hazardous chemicals will be covered when not in use. Also, I will not construct walkways above them.
How come there are so many narrow bridges with no guard rails? (and variations)
Ah, a radioactive spill. Part of me wants to believe we're not this criminally incompetent, but I know better.
Oh what is this? Why is this thing shooting fire every couple of seconds? What is this thing even ‘sposed to do?! The fire doesn’t go anywhere. It’s just here to hurt people! God dammit Black Mesa!
Corporal Adrian Shephard, Shephard’s Mind
The Enrichment Center promises to always provide a safe testing environment. In dangerous testing environments, the Enrichment Center promises to always provide useful advice. For instance, the floor here will kill you. Try to avoid it.
GLaDOS, Portal
Why is so much of our science dangerous? I say why not marry safe science if you love it so much? In fact, why not invent a special safety door that won't hit you in the butt on the way out because you are fired!
Cave Johnson, Portal 2
To ensure that sufficient power remains for core testing protocols, all safety devices have been disabled. The Enrichment Center respects your right to have questions or concerns about this policy.
PA System, Portal 2

Imperial #1: All I want is a railing. One railing. Right here.

Imperial #2: I know. I've almost fallen over that thing so many times.
We seem to be losing pressure on Level 17. Please hold your breath against the harsh vacuum of space until you pass out from oxygen starvation. After that, you won't care. Enjoy the ride!
Dr. Eggman, Sonic Colors
Sir Giant Pink Lizard, you're under arrest! As the owner of this boss-level castle, it's your obligation to make sure all platforms are fully accessible to disabled people!
You Only Live Once

I've worked among the spinners, I've breathed in the oily smoke
I've shovelled up the gypsum and it nigh-on makes you choke
I've stood knee-deep in cyanide, gone sick with a caustic burn

Been working rough and seen enough to make your stomach turn