It’s Alive… But Is It Safe?
One would think when bringing life to the inanimate, there’d be a few checklists to follow. Yet, our dear Dr. Frankenstein seemed to have missed the memo on health and safety standards. Join us as we unpack the myriad of “oops” moments in the most infamous laboratory of fiction.
The Art of Grave Digging: A Spine-Tingling Hazard
Graveyards at night are not only ghastly; they are riddled with tripping hazards. Uneven ground, protruding gravestones, and not to mention the whole issue of digging up bodies (ethically and physically). We’d recommend high-visibility jackets and proper shovels, but perhaps that ruins the aesthetic.
Electricity & Lightning: A Shocking Oversight
Harnessing lightning as an energy source? Groundbreaking. Not using protective gear or ensuring your lab equipment is grounded? Ground-shakingly foolish. Perhaps rubber gloves might have been a good starting point. And maybe don’t have metal instruments everywhere when playing with electricity?
Chemical Cocktails: Mixing, Not Stirring
Dr. Frankenstein’s potions and serums, brewed to perfection… or so he thought. Without proper labels, safe storage solutions, or even a basic eyewash station, it’s a miracle he didn’t blow the place up or inadvertently poison himself first.
Monster Ergonomics: The Slab and the Back
We get it; the stone slab is dramatic. But think of the back issues after hours of hunching over the monster. A height-adjustable table, perhaps? A lumbar support cushion, even? Monster-creating is no excuse for bad posture.
Sewing & Stitching: Needles but No First Aid
Piecing together a monster involves some serious needlework, and with that comes the potential for punctures. A first aid kit should be a staple in any lab, fictional or not. Maybe even a tetanus shot for those rusty tools?
Fire: Friend or Fiend?
A torch-lit laboratory might seem apt for mood lighting, but it’s a fire hazard waiting to happen. And considering the monster’s evident aversion to fire, perhaps some smoke alarms and a clear exit sign might have changed the story’s ending.
Conclusion: Fictional Fails & Safety Scales
While Dr. Frankenstein’s ambitions were sky-high, his health and safety measures were, sadly, buried six feet under. It serves as a wild, albeit fictional, reminder that no endeavour, not even monster-making, should overlook the basics of safety. After all, nobody wants a “shocking” surprise in their day-to-day operations!
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