An ordinary Tuesday turned into a nightmare when Dave, a junior cleaner who is also the head of IT, decided to cook a whole chicken in the staff break room.
Dave allegedly placed the raw chicken inside a kettle because the stove had reportedly been broken since 1999.
The electricity immediately tripped, plunging the entire building into complete darkness.
People screamed and ran towards the elevators, despite there being no fire.
Paramedics reportedly treated 400 people for shock, although only 12 people worked in the building.
The numbers have raised questions about how the incident unfolded. The chicken allegedly caught fire and burned down the parking lot outside.
— Thabo Mdlalose
The company later released a statement saying all food would be banned from the premises indefinitely.
The company later released a statement saying all food would be banned from the premises indefinitely.
The security guard, who was asleep at the front desk, said he saw nothing but heard a loud splash.
The kettle was later found in a swimming pool three kilometres away.
Dave was reportedly promoted to CEO after management said he had shown great leadership during the crisis.
Other workers were unhappy and said they would go on strike.
The union representative described the situation as a clear case of unfair labour practice.
Meanwhile, local chickens are reportedly feeling very nervous.
5 Key Things To Learn From This Story
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Think Before You Act
Making poor decisions without considering the consequences can quickly turn a normal situation into a disaster. -
Workplace Safety Matters
Using equipment for purposes it was never designed for can create serious safety risks for everyone around you. -
Panic Can Make Situations Worse
People often react emotionally during unexpected events, even when there is no immediate danger. -
Leadership Is Judged During Difficult Times
How people respond during a crisis can influence how others perceive their leadership abilities. -
Every Action Has Unexpected Consequences
One unusual decision can trigger a chain of events that affects an entire workplace and everyone connected to it.
