Ah, the toilet – a sanctuary for some, a necessary evil for others. But for certain employees, it’s become a haven for escaping the daily grind. We’re talking about those sneaky individuals who spend an inordinate amount of time in the loo, claiming they’re “taking care of business” when, in reality, they’re just taking a snooze.

It’s a phenomenon that’s been observed in both government and private offices. You know the drill: an employee shows up, works for an hour or so, and then disappears into the toilet for an extended period. When you ask the peon to fetch them, the response is always the same: “They’re in the toilet, sir.”

But what’s going on in there? Are they contemplating the meaning of life, or simply enjoying a quiet smoke? It’s no secret that some employees have figured out that the toilet is the perfect place to escape the pressures of work. And who can blame them? It’s a quiet, peaceful space where one can collect their thoughts, catch up on some reading, or even sneak in a quick power nap.

However, not everyone is amused by this trend. One company in China has taken drastic measures to curb the practice.

The “Three Brothers Machine Manufacturing Company” has introduced a rather…unusual rule: employees are only allowed to visit the toilet at fixed times and for a fixed duration. Yes, you read that right – toilet time is now strictly regulated.

But where did this rule come from? According to sources, it’s a direct response to employees taking advantage of toilet breaks to slack off. And it’s not just the employees who are opposing the rule, the matter has gone to court. We can’t wait to see how the judges rule on this…ahem…crappy case.

Meanwhile, other companies are considering introducing toilet registers to monitor employee bathroom breaks. Because, clearly, the key to productivity lies in keeping tabs on who’s spending too much time on the throne.

But let’s be real – is this the solution to the problem? Are employees going to be more productive if they’re forced to adhere to strict toilet schedules? Or will they find new and creative ways to slack off?

Perhaps it’s time for companies to rethink their approach to employee productivity. Instead of cracking down on toilet breaks, they should focus on creating a more positive and supportive work environment. After all, happy employees are productive employees—and they’re less likely to need extended toilet breaks to cope with the stress of their jobs.

So, the next time you’re tempted to sneak in a quick snooze in the toilet, remember: you’re not alone. And who knows, maybe one day, companies will recognize the value of a good toilet break and start installing nap pods instead of toilet registers.

Until then, let’s enjoy the absurdity of it all. After all, as the great philosopher- Ferris Bueller once said, “A person should not believe in an ism, he should believe in himself.” And if that means believing in the power of a good toilet break, then so be it.