Handbook Advice

An actual tip from page 16 of the Hewlett Packard Environmental, Health & Safety Handbook for Employees: "Blink your eyelids periodically to lubricate your eyes."

Notification Regarding Language

It has been brought to our attention that some individuals have been using foul language during the execution of their duties. Due to complaints from managers who are more easily offended, this type of language will no longer be tolerated. We do realize, however, the importance of staff being able to properly express their feelings when communicating with other employees. With this in mind, the Human Resources Department has compiled a list of code phrases so proper exchange of ideas/information can continue in an effective manner without risking offence to our more sensitive brethren. Old Phrase - New Phrase

1. No fucking way - I'm fairly sure that this is not feasible.
2. You're fucking joking - Really
3. Tell someone who gives a fuck - Have you run that by..........
4. No cunt told me - I was not involved in that project
5. I don't have the fucking time - Perhaps I can work late
6. Who fucking cares? - Are you sure that is the problem?
7. Eat shit and die. - You don't say
8. Eat shit and die motherfucker. - You don't say, Sir
9. Kiss my ass - So you would like me to help you?
10. He's a fucking prick. - He is somewhat insensitive
11. That's fucking bullshit - I find that hard to believe
12. You haven't got a fucking clue - You could benefit from more training
13. This place is fucked - We are a little disorganized today
14. What sort of fucker are you? - You're new here aren't you?
15. Fuck off shit head - Well there you go
16. You're a fucking wanker - You're my manager and I respect you
17. Ha! Fuck you - I wasn't there that day
18. This is bollocks - We need to look into this some more
19. I ain't got no cunt - I am rather short of labor
20. Fuck off - I'll look into that and get back to you

You're In Big Trouble

I just knew I was in big trouble at work when: 

• The new policy on sexual harassment included a photo of me.
• The Security guard made a complete inventory of my work area.
• My assistant began responding to my memos with, "Yeah, whatever."
• I got a "It's for you loser" wav receiving e-mail, and not a chime.
• My new Pentium was replaced with an 386sx-16 last weekend.
• The Human Resources Department requested an update of my arrest record.
• The Boss asked if I still had a copy of my 5 year contract.
• I noticed co-workers measuring my office when I arrived at work.
• My parking spot was relocated next to the dumpster.
• My secretary says things like "Get the phone, my nails aren't dry."
• Three people began helping me write a "desk manual" for my job.
• The LAN suddenly began backing-up my computer every 10 minutes.
• A large paper recycling box was placed next to my file cabinets.
• The receptionist began saying "Who?" to anyone calling on me.