Life Being Threatened at Work - Page 9

TLO · 08-09-2012, 12:43 PM

I need some advice here.

The other night at my workplace, I was involved in a verbal argument with a co-worker, (with my co-worker doing most of the yelling). He had an issue with the way I was doing something at work, and absolutely laid into me with a verbal assault laced with profanity.

I tried my best to ignore him, but he kept at it. Finally I turned around from my work, and told him to "shut the **** up". He got in my face, and said "this isn't over- we'll finish this in the parking lot after work".

Keep in mind I am about half his age, half his size, and he's the one yelling about how we will finish this after work. (Seems a little childish to me.) He stayed in my face for a minute or two yelling profanity, with no supervisors or any other co-workers stepping in to stop him.

I felt threatened enough that I left work, and even made a police report about the incident. (I want my bases covered in-case he ever does anything physical) The officer went into my work and warned the employee, and basically told him to back off, and that if he kept it up I could indeed press charges.

What is my next step here? I am trying to cover my ass because this worthless get me by job is just a temporary thing until I start my career. Is there any other actions I should take?

bricks · 08-09-2012, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsFan369

Something along those lines- but not exactly. He basically blew up about nothing. He claimed I was a no good little punk ass bitch, ****ing worthless, just pointless random insults really.

Even if you are at fault, he doesn't have the right to talk to you that way.

This is the workforce and things should be professional. Should be anyway.

Anything that involves name calling, criticizing, put downs or blaming others is verbal abuse and a form of harassment.

I hope this guy doesn't interfere with your positive emotional development or sabotage your self esteem. Because that's what those type of guys can do to some people and its just not right.

Listen up bro, you don't need that crap. Nobody does. Verbal abuse is just not cool. I think you are approaching this the right way and have it going for you by calling the cops on this guy and giving him a warning.

You have a case for yourself and you will prevail in the long run if this guy chooses to cross the line with you.

*I wish you nothing but the best out of this situation. Good Luck.

ToxSocks · 08-09-2012, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Bowser

Really? I want to work where you work.

heh. Maybe you do. My boss was a screamer back in the day.....i mean, like the kind of shit you see on T.V when you watch those Hot Rod building T.V shows.

But it was always because someone ****ed up royally.

TLO · 08-09-2012, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by The Macho Man

But most assholes don't go on 5 minute tirades for no particular reason.

Think of someone who looks constipated all the time, complains a lot, his best days of his life were in High School when he was a borderline decent athlete, and is 40 something years old working at a shithole job. I'd probably turn into an asshole too.

Demonpenz · 08-09-2012, 01:48 PM

If I was the supervisor in this sitatution I would tell you "Boys will be boys" and tell you to get back to work and stop pissing so much. I can't find an english speaking person to replace earl tough guy.

TLO · 08-09-2012, 01:48 PM

I am off to the meeting with my supervisors. Will give an update when I return

Fish · 08-09-2012, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsFan369

I understand. But all I can tell you is that honestly he did. You never know someones mental state, plus alcohol or drugs could be in play....

Then there's something in the situation that you're missing. There's no logical chronological pattern here that makes any sense.

KCUnited · 08-09-2012, 01:49 PM

You play quarterback for the Chiefs don't you?

GordonGekko · 08-09-2012, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by The Macho Man

Gotcha!

The only thing he might have trouble finding in the office is the ladder, but I'm sure he can manage to find one.

ToxSocks · 08-09-2012, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by cdcox

Here's how you handle this. He pulls a knife, you pull a gun. He sends you to the hospital, you send him to the morgue! That's the Chiefsplanet way and that's how you handle this.

Wow. Are you serious? That's the advice you give this guy? **** that.

Here is how you handle this situation:

1st: Wait till he grabs the mic and starts talking shit about how he's the best employee and can kick anyone's ass.

2nd: Make a snappy appearance. Give your fellow co workers a chance to cheer you on for a bit. Try flicking the lights on and off for added dramatics, then stand on the table and throw your arms in the air, maybe throw up a couple of peace signs.

3rd: Stand up to him, and tell your co-workers how you are the greatest employee ever.

4th: When he's in shock and searching for a rebuttal, grab a steel chair and crack him up side the head with it. Then grab his name tag and lay it across his face.

5th: Climb to the highest stair and do an elbow drop, smashing his nametag into his face.

6: Walk out like a pimp. Maybe flex a couple of times.

you're welcome.

Reerun_KC · 08-09-2012, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by The Macho Man

But most assholes don't go on 5 minute tirades for no particular reason.

You must be new to CP...

**Bowser** · 08-09-2012, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by KCUnited

You play quarterback for the Chiefs don't you?

/thread

Setsuna · 08-09-2012, 01:55 PM

LLOYD!!!! SHE IS Superman!!!!!!!!!!!!1

oops

crazycoffey · 08-09-2012, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by KCUnited

You play quarterback for the Chiefs don't you?

**Bowser** · 08-09-2012, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by The Macho Man

Wow. Are you serious? That's the advice you give this guy? **** that.

Here is how you handle this situation:

1st: Wait till he grabs the mic and starts talking shit about how he's the best employee and can kick anyone's ass.

2nd: Make a snappy appearance. Give your fellow co workers a chance to cheer you on for a bit. Try flicking the lights on and off for added dramatics, then stand on the table and throw your arms in the air, maybe throw up a couple of peace signs.

3rd: Stand up to him, and tell your co-workers how you are the greatest employee ever.

4th: When he's in shock and searching for a rebuttal, grab a steel chair and crack him up side the head with it. Then grab his name tag and lay it across his face.

5th: Climb to the highest stair and do an elbow drop, smashing his nametag into his face.

6: Walk out like a pimp. Maybe flex a couple of times.

you're welcome.

Untouchables Advice >>>>>>>>>>>> Fake Ass Wrestling Advice, even if he does have "Macho Man" embroidered on his speedos, nttiawwt.

Neg rep yourself.

ToxSocks · 08-09-2012, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Bowser

Untouchables Advice >>>>>>>>>>>> Fake Ass Wrestling Advice, even if he does have "Macho Man" embroidered on his speedos, nttiawwt.

Neg rep yourself.

You have no style. But i like your speedo's idea. I think i just might get myself a pair.

08-09-2012, 12:43 PM
TLO Life is changing.. Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NW Missouri Casino cash: $-2330000	Being Threatened at Work I need some advice here. The other night at my workplace, I was involved in a verbal argument with a co-worker, (with my co-worker doing most of the yelling). He had an issue with the way I was doing something at work, and absolutely laid into me with a verbal assault laced with profanity. I tried my best to ignore him, but he kept at it. Finally I turned around from my work, and told him to "shut the **** up". He got in my face, and said "this isn't over- we'll finish this in the parking lot after work". Keep in mind I am about half his age, half his size, and he's the one yelling about how we will finish this after work. (Seems a little childish to me.) He stayed in my face for a minute or two yelling profanity, with no supervisors or any other co-workers stepping in to stop him. I felt threatened enough that I left work, and even made a police report about the incident. (I want my bases covered in-case he ever does anything physical) The officer went into my work and warned the employee, and basically told him to back off, and that if he kept it up I could indeed press charges. What is my next step here? I am trying to cover my ass because this worthless get me by job is just a temporary thing until I start my career. Is there any other actions I should take?
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TLO Life is changing.. Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NW Missouri Casino cash: $-2330000	I am off to the meeting with my supervisors. Will give an update when I return
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