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- Lead Paint, Choking Hazards, Drop-side Cribs, Oh My!Children's product recalls are becoming increasingly common. This artlce describes common reasons for recalls and how to learn about what has been deemed unsafe.
- Product Safety Commission Asks ATV Riders to Be Cautious Over Memorial Day WeekendThe CPSC is urging ATV riders to take steps to avoid additional fatalities.
Rosebud Crib Recall Announced by the Consumer Product Safety CommissionFollowing the recall of Rosebud cribs, The Land of Nod has offered merchandise credits to consumers as the manufacturer is out of business.
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission to Launch New Site in 2011The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission will offer that allows consumers to report safety concerns about products on the market.
Hooded sweatshirts and jackets with drawstrings recalled by Vos Sports, Inc.Hooded sweatshirts and jackets with drawstrings have been recalled as these may be a strangulation hazard.- Club Car Vehicles Recalled Due to Possible Crash HazardSome Club Car vehicles are being recalled because the brake pedal can crack, possibly causing a crash hazard.
Fall Creek Infant Boy Shoes Recalled Due to Choking HazardFall Creek shoes for infant boys have been recalled because the toggles on the shoelaces could be a choking hazard.- Similac Recall 2010 -- Get the FactsSimilac factory workers in Sturgis, Michigan, discovered small beetles and larvae inside several cans of Similac infant formula powder. The company has voluntarily recalled many Similac products.
Airplane Receiver Recall, May Cause InjuriesAlmost 4,000 of these have been recalled. Read on to find out why.- Chuck E. Cheese Recalls Over 1M Light-Up Rings and Star Glasses, Ingestion HazardOver 1 million Chuck E. Cheese products are being recalled. I had 2 of them in my house. How many do you have?
One Company Recalls 3 Toys, Choking HazardAlmost 37,000 toys have been recalled after being sold for 19 months. Do your children have one?
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recall Window Blinds, Strangulation HazardAlmost 2,000 blinds are being recalled. Do you have them in your home?
Step2 Company Recalls 64,000 Transportation Station Train Toys, Choking HazardRecalled choo choo can choke children. 64,000 train toys are involved. Is there one in your child's room?
The Land of Nod Recalls Veggie Toys, Laceration Hazard2,100 of these toys are being recalled. Do your children play with one of them?- August 2010 Food RecallsFood recalls for the month of August 2010 including the massive egg recall and recalls on everyday food products like bread, cheese, vegetables and more.
- Parent Guide to Food and Product Recalls: Know Where to LookKnowing where to look for recall information is key to keeping your children safe.
- 14 Water Safety Steps to Keep Your Family Safe 4th of July WeekendDrowning is the leading cause of preventable deaths among children under the age of 5. Learn 14 ways to help keep your children safe while having fun at the pool this summer.
- Children's Tylenol, Motrin, Zyrtec, Benadryl Recall 2010 Expanded Again: PediaCare Medications Added to Recall ListThe FDA has announced a recall of 4 children's PediaCare medications. The recall is linked to the May 2010 Children's Tylenol, Motrin, Zyrtec and Benadryl recall. Contact information included.
- Summer Safety Tips for Children and Parents - HH - 1198543Summer is the time of year when children are most likely to end up in the emergency room. With the slew of recent toy recalls and the increased risk of injury during the summer months, it is important to be vigilant about safety.
Product Recalls: The 12 Steps Manufacturers Use for Recalling ProductsGas pedals sticking, master switches causing fires, and pinion conditions causing loss of steering in US forces big time auto recalls due to fear of product safety. How do recalls work and why are they not happening fast enough?
How to Find Information on Tylenol and Other RecallsIt can be surprisingly difficult to find official information on recalled drugs.
Reading Books May Be Dangerous to Your Health and WelfareOn any given day in America, the Product Safety Commission will issue a recall. We have heard them all: tires, food and products. Now, you can add books to the mix of tainted products. What you read may be hazardous to your health.
Common Saw Defects and Saw-Related InjuriesThere are some common defects in different types of saws, many of which have the potential for extreme bodily injury.
Toy Safety Tips for Christmas 2009Before purchasing that must-have toy for your child, be certain you run it through this grid of safety tips & suggestions.- Infant Toy & Product SafetyReview our important tips for safe baby products and toys.
Simplicity Bassinet Recall Continues After Two More DeathsAnother recall has been issued on Simplicity bassinets that were recalled back in 2008 for being dangerous to users. With the risk still out there of the bassinets being used, the Consumer Product Safety Commission re-announced recall.
Jobs with the Consumer Product Safety CommissionThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is the agency in charge of protecting the people from unnecessary risks of injury or death from products.- The Consumer Product Safety Improvement ActAn article about the pros and cons of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, and how it is effecting manufacturers, retailers and consumers.
- Guidelines for Choosing Safe ToysThe United States, the United Kingdom, and countries in Europe have strict safety regulations for toys. But despite official vigilance by organizations dangerous toys do make it onto the market.
- Child Product Safety InformationParents may not know where to look for child safety information. Many toy manufacturers have had recent recalls. Be safe and research the products you buy for your child.
- New U.S. Child Safety Regulations Will Not Prevent Sale of Used Children's Clothing and Other Children's ItemsFollow-up of an earlier article detailing the latest clarification from the CPSC now indicating inventories of used children's clothing and other used children's products will be exempt from certification requirements.
New U.S. Safety Regulations to Eliminate Sale of Used Children's ProductsNew government child safety regulations will force thousands of retailers selling used children clothing to throw away their inventories.- Handmade Toys Soon May Be History If the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act Remains UnchangedThe CPSIA stands to rid us of more than lead. When you own a tiny store like mine, spending thousands of dollars per item on testing is just not realistic.
- Consumer Safety: What Can You Do About It?Consumer safety is a critical issue when it comes to preventing injuries to children and adults but you have to know where to look for and report information. This gives specific dangers to watch for, resources for information, and gives suggestions for action.
Infant Deaths Prompt Warnings About Simplicity BassinetsThe US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning to consumers to immediately stop using the Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible close-in sleeper models after several infants have died from strangulation.- Updates on Children's Product Recalls: Jan 1 - Jan 12, 2008According to the CPSC, as of January 12, there have already been a good number of voluntary recalls of products involving children since the beginning of this year. Included are 2 types of lamps, a wagon toy, children's trailer bikes, a coin bank, and some infant pacifiers.
- Children's Product Recalls: Dec 1 - Dec 14, 2007Recently there have been many safety and hazard recalls involving children's products. Here is a collection of recalls for dates between December 1 2007 and December 14, 2007.
- Finding Safe Christmas ToysWhile most toys made in China seem relatively safe, an appalling number have been shown to be unsafe, resulting in a record number of toy recalls in 2007. How can we keep our children safe from the toys that will be recalled tomorrow?
- Christmas Toys: Tips and Safety Advice for ParentsUniversity of Michigan Pediatrician weighs in on the Christmas Toy Safety Issue.
- Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls Kids Clothing Due to Drawstring HazardHere are the latest recalls from CPSC for children's clothing due to drawstring hazard.
