TSA Discovers Deadly Weapons
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Posted 30 March 2008 - 04:22 PM
And the airlines wonder why people dont want to fly...
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 10:49 AM
not recommended for the sexually repressed or squeamish
I have never been called 'squeamish' but that picture nearly made me puke.
I so so so so wish I could forget what I saw.
I wish I could forget seeing "2girls1cup".
Edited by Mermaid Lady, 31 March 2008 - 10:51 AM.
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 11:03 AM
I wish I could forget seeing "2girls1cup".
I haven't seen that yet. I know what's in it, and have avoided it. I learned my lesson with other similar things out there on the net.
Remember...
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 11:23 AM
not recommended for the sexually repressed or squeamish
I have never been called 'squeamish' but that picture nearly made me puke.
I so so so so wish I could forget what I saw.
I wish I could forget seeing "2girls1cup".
Thanks i needed to upchuck lunch after seeing that mentioned as the only way to get rid of that thought would be with a .45 .
also peeps dont bother going to look it up as its no longer on the internet, only the reactions to the original but needless to say if you want the gist of it go look it up on wiki.
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 12:19 PM
I think that we need to put this in perspective. First of all, that particular incident was clearly a case of poor judgement on the part of the security staff. However, as someone who has an automated internal cardioverter defibrillator (AICD), I have never had any problem at airports, even though an electromagnetic wand may not be used to detect an AICD (at least not without extreme risk to the person with the AICD). I have always found TSA staff to be professional and competent.
I say this not to defend the security staff in that particular case, but to remind folks that we haven't had any incidents since 9-11, possibly due (at least in part) to TSA inspecting passengers and luggage. Newspapers don't report non-incidents, so I think we need to realize that most of the time, TSA does what it's supposed to do without a hitch. However, in any cross-section of an employment field, we're going to find people who don't belong there. This is probably what we had in this article.
Rick
I say this not to defend the security staff in that particular case, but to remind folks that we haven't had any incidents since 9-11, possibly due (at least in part) to TSA inspecting passengers and luggage. Newspapers don't report non-incidents, so I think we need to realize that most of the time, TSA does what it's supposed to do without a hitch. However, in any cross-section of an employment field, we're going to find people who don't belong there. This is probably what we had in this article.
Rick
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 01:43 PM
Hmmm...
I smell a business opportunity...
I can see it now, 100 feet before the metal detectors a the security checkpoint, the new
"FLY through Security with our PREMIUM Piercing Removal Service!"
We HAVE our own PLIERS!
I smell a business opportunity...
I can see it now, 100 feet before the metal detectors a the security checkpoint, the new
"FLY through Security with our PREMIUM Piercing Removal Service!"
We HAVE our own PLIERS!
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 01:44 PM
Hmmm...
I smell a business opportunity...
I can see it now, 100 feet before Security Checkpoint, the new
"FLY through Security with our PREMIUM Piercing Removal Service!"
We HAVE our own PLIERS!
and would you be the CEO of said company???
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 01:47 PM
awww...how'd you know we offered the complimentary, soothing post removal massage...
to women....
Prince Edwards can "borrow" the pliers...
to women....
Prince Edwards can "borrow" the pliers...
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 01:51 PM
Because you're all about customer service!
you should think about adding a kiosk right before the removal kiosk - Piercings - buy one get one free!! Massage is extra
you should think about adding a kiosk right before the removal kiosk - Piercings - buy one get one free!! Massage is extra
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 02:11 PM
No I think the head of TSA and DHS need to experience the BS they have created right down to the haraSSSSment. Then right after there done they need to be deported from this country for crimes of treason and violations of the constitution (Prince Albert and Nipple piercings Required).
then to use TSA own words againist them since when where the following things crimes, but according to TSA are:
"Artful Concealment"
"Acting suspiciously"
People need to stand up for there rights now before there taken away, or situations much worse then this will become common.
then to use TSA own words againist them since when where the following things crimes, but according to TSA are:
"Artful Concealment"
"Acting suspiciously"
People need to stand up for there rights now before there taken away, or situations much worse then this will become common.
Edited by Scubatooth, 31 March 2008 - 02:22 PM.
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 05:05 PM
Wonder idea if it would be done. Reminds me of a story, which may not be true, but I liked it...No I think the head of TSA and DHS need to experience the BS they have created right down to the haraSSSSment. Then right after there done they need to be deported from this country for crimes of treason and violations of the constitution (Prince Albert and Nipple piercings Required).
then to use TSA own words againist them since when where the following things crimes, but according to TSA are:
"Artful Concealment"
"Acting suspiciously"
People need to stand up for there rights now before there taken away, or situations much worse then this will become common.
American was having horrible luggage lost claims, so several district supervisors were flown to DFW HQ for a meeting that included two nights away from home. Secret messages were sent that required that they check their carry-ons - which were all sent to California for the duration of the meeting. Service improved dramatically.
Probly not a true story, but a feel good one.
What would Patton do...? 
Yeah I know: I've been branded a non-group person - doesn't play well with others. I am so upset.
Let me know if you want to have some fun, without the drama - I'm good for that.
Yeah I know: I've been branded a non-group person - doesn't play well with others. I am so upset.
Let me know if you want to have some fun, without the drama - I'm good for that.
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 06:26 PM
At last, an opportunity for me beyond Wal-Mart greeter.Hmmm...
I smell a business opportunity...
I can see it now, 100 feet before the metal detectors a the security checkpoint, the new
"FLY through Security with our PREMIUM Piercing Removal Service!"
We HAVE our own PLIERS!
Sign me up.
Will plier for beer.
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 06:34 PM
Why does this remind me of something out of a Three Stooges ShortAt last, an opportunity for me beyond Wal-Mart greeter.Hmmm...
I smell a business opportunity...
I can see it now, 100 feet before the metal detectors a the security checkpoint, the new
"FLY through Security with our PREMIUM Piercing Removal Service!"
We HAVE our own PLIERS!
Sign me up.
Will plier for beer.
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 06:39 PM
What would Patton do...?
Yeah I know: I've been branded a non-group person - doesn't play well with others. I am so upset. Let me know if you want to have some fun, without the drama - I'm good for that.
Yeah I know: I've been branded a non-group person - doesn't play well with others. I am so upset.
Let me know if you want to have some fun, without the drama - I'm good for that.
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Posted 31 March 2008 - 06:44 PM
Google is your friend.
The following information is not recommended for the sexually repressed or squeamish - but here is a link (btw, NOT my picture - they'd need a macro lens) - if you're still curious about a Prince Albert - here is the first entry returned on a google:
Prince Albert on Wikipedia
I think George has made his appointment for a sword next week
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