Caution Signs And Warnings – Are We Really That Stupid?

Are we getting dumber or are companies just afraid of lawsuits if they don't tell us what's right or wrong when using their products?

For most of my early years in life, say before 1980, common sense prevailed when it came to being aware of certain things in life.
Things that you know were wrong to do, or to look out for, without someone having to spell it out to you.

Not anymore.
From signs to label warnings, products we buy, places we visit, things we do, all come with warning signs.
That way, if you do not heed the warning, you can't sue, and you are just dumb or ignorant or both.

Am I right?

It's sad that we live in a society that needs to warn us what not to do, when common sense should be apparent.
Obviously, common sense has left town.

Here's some examples of warning labels on products that we really should know anyway, courtesy of ExperienceProject.com.

Heated seat cushion: Warning: Do not use on eyes.
Hand-held Massaging Device: Do not use while sleeping or unconscious.
Hair Dryer: Do not use in shower.
Infant's bathtub: Do not throw baby out with bath water.
Helmet mounted mirror used by us cyclists: Remember, objects in the mirror are actually behind you.
Sainsbury's peanuts: Warning: contains nuts.
Packaging for a Rowenta iron: Do not iron clothes on body.
Chainsaw: Do not attempt to stop chain with hands.
Air Conditioner: Caution: Avoid dropping air conditioners out of windows.
Road Sign: Caution water on road during rain.
RCA Television Remote Control: Not Dishwasher Safe.
Fix-a-Flat: WARNING: Do not weld can to rim.
Matches Caution: Contents may catch fire.
Komatsu Floodlight: This floodlight is capable of illuminating large areas, even in the dark.
Website Blogs: Caution, you must read the words to understand what the blog is about.