10 Common Misconceptions About Science In Film And TV That Bug Real Scientists

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Chemical companies, from ACE chemicals to Duff beer, are depicted as having large open vats of their, often highly dangerous product, with flimsy walkways suspended above them, just waiting for someone to fall in.

Not only is this a health and safety nightmare for the people who unfortunately meet their demise from a fateful fall, but would also result in large contamination from the air and people travelling on said aforementioned walkways.

These products can be ruined by even the smallest amount of contamination, such as hair or bacteria that could become a potential problem in the future, costing the company thousands.

It might make a good story device for the creation of the clown prince of crime, but there are innumerable safety precautions in place that would have prevented this.