Results: Dangerous Situations 25
Just when you thought you had heard all the dangerous situations...here are more:
1.
1.
Bird nest blocking a vent: Nesting material can restrict exhaust and cause fire or carbon monoxide buildup. Stop the connected appliance and have the vent safely cleared. I guess I should check that dryer vent more often than every 6 months, right?
Yes
65%
•
676 votes
No
10%
•
108 votes
Not Applicable
24%
•
250 votes
2.
2.
Drone propeller laceration: Automatic restart or arming can occur unexpectedly. Remove the battery before handling propellers and keep bystanders clear. I have been thinking it would be fun to get myself a drone, but after reading about all the dangers (there's more than in this survey question) I'm not so sure I want one. Do you have a drone?
Yes
10%
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101 votes
No
71%
•
738 votes
Not Applicable
19%
•
195 votes
3.
3.
Laser printer ozone or toner release after damage: Fine particles and fumes can irritate lungs. Turn it off, ventilate, avoid vacuuming spilled toner with an ordinary vacuum, and follow manufacturer cleanup guidance. Do you ever use a laser printer?
Yes
21%
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220 votes
No
58%
•
603 votes
Not Applicable
20%
•
211 votes
4.
4.
Resistance-band snapback: A damaged band can strike the eyes or face. Inspect for cracks, anchor securely, and avoid aligning your face with the stretched band. I had to use resistance bands at home as directed by a physical therapist. Have you ever used them?
Yes
41%
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420 votes
No
41%
•
424 votes
Not Applicable
18%
•
190 votes
5.
5.
Hammock suspension failure: A falling person may strike rocks or roots. Use rated straps and anchors, hang low, and keep the area beneath clear. Do you have a hammock?
Yes
12%
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119 votes
No
70%
•
723 votes
Not Applicable
19%
•
192 votes
6.
6.
Wind accelerating around buildings or cliffs: Funnel effects can knock people over unexpectedly. Keep away from edges and lower your profile during gusts. The word "cliffs" brings to mind the time I was riding in the car with my mother and there was a lot of snow. There was a cliff with a 100-ft (approx.) drop. She slid on the snow and the side of the car with me in it was hanging over the cliff. I inched out the driver's side very slowly and the car did not go over the cliff. Have you ever been knocked down by the wind?
Yes
18%
•
185 votes
No
65%
•
672 votes
Not Applicable
17%
•
177 votes
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