CPSC Warns: Don’t Be Haunted by Burn and Laceration Hazards this Halloween
Soon the ghouls and goblins of Halloween night will prowl neighborhood streets in search of treats. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) wants to ensure that candle flames from jack-o-lanterns, decorative obstacles on the porch or lawn, and sharp edges on costumes and accessories don’t keep kids from enjoying …
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CPSC Warns: Don’t Be Haunted by Burn and Laceration Hazards this Halloween
CPSC, EPA, HUD, CDC, and ATSDR Release Initial Chinese Drywall Studies
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), U.S.
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CPSC, EPA, HUD, CDC, and ATSDR Release Initial Chinese Drywall Studies
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
Oil can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
Near Strangulation of Children Prompts Recall of Roman Shades by Louis Hornick & Co.; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall of Roman Shades by Whole Space; Sold Exclusively by Hanover Direct/Domestications
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. Read the rest here: Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall of Roman Shades by …
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair IKEA Roller Blinds
Strangulations can occur if the blind’s looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or the floor with the tension device provided and a child’s neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop. Originally posted here: Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair IKEA Roller Blinds
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Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair IKEA Roller Blinds
Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard
Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
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Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard
Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers. See more here: Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
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Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC Announces ANPR for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) to Address Rising Death Toll
Furthering its commitment to improve the safety of Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) and reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries nationwide, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission voted to publish an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) to address safety hazards associated with vehicle ROVs.
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CPSC Announces ANPR for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) to Address Rising Death Toll
Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. View original post here: Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
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Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard