And now for something completely different . . .
We had flooding in my office over the weekend, and we've had blowers and dehumidifiers running ever since. They think the carpet is sufficiently dry, but the drywall isn't drying right. They started pulling the damaged bits this afternoon. About an hour after they started, my head and lungs were protesting enough that I asked to go home. Much frowning and mumbling and disappointed looks from the supervisors.
Granted, I help cover to the end of the workday, and it can get busy with few people to do the work. So my laeving without much warning is hard on scheduling. But I hate the "Are you sure you have to leave?" thing. I don't think I'm mistaken in thinking that in other places, drywall removal because of moisture and the potential of mold buildup is reason to close the office, not just a "avoid that side of the room" email. My seat is in the middle of the worst damage, so I don't get to avoid the area. And the avoidance is to stay out of the workers' way, not because of employee health issues.
The department head gave me a serious look and said, "I can let you leave, but you'll owe me two hours this week to make up for it." Me: "I'm already over two hours of OT this week." Him: "But if you use those hours, you won't get paid overtime for them." "I'll cope."
It's been three months of 9-10 hour days. Losing two hours is not a hardship.
Actually, what I said was "I'd rather lose the overtime than have another aneurysm in my sinuses." I think they thought that was hyperbole. I think I'll mention to my supervisor tomorrow about my adventure in mold-induced aterial nosebleeds.
Happy Birthday Trudy. And Connie your supervisors are being shits. Not little shits, cause they are supposed to be adults.
Happy birthday, Trudy!
Those are not minor little health concerns, Connie. If something goes wrong, it can go very wrong. Glad you got out.
If those of you who faced cancer with loved ones don't want reminders in thread
As someone who recently has, I have no problem at all with talking about it here, Ginger. I would love to see you post more and miss you. I am sorry that there was any mixedness in your results. I think about you so often.
Well, Ginger George Bailey, the kind words are all being said because they're true.
I hope you're playing "Ginger kicks the odds in the ASS."
Ginger, I lost both parents to cancer, and I'll be fine with you posting about it. Because it means you're here to post. So, please, as far as I'm concerned, kick cancer's ass and share as much of the process as you'd like.
Ginger, I'm so glad you shared your results with us, and I hope you continue to share. If for any reason you decide to post in LJ instead, I'd love to have it linked here so I know to check it. Sending much love your way.
Connie, you work for some wackadoos. Is there any dust containment happening around the work area?
Well, Ginger George Bailey, the kind words are all being said because they're true.
Worth repeating.
Ginger, I also hope you continue to share with us. I think about you a lot and I want to know how you're doing and what's going on. As much as you want to share, of course.
Ginger, we are here for you. Whatever you need.
Ginger, what everyone else said. I always want to know what is happening with you, but I don't want to be annoying by asking too much.
