Category Archives: CPSC Warning

February 22, 2012 | by MH

CPSC Adopts New Federal Standard for Portable Bed Rails

In response to a number of child deaths related to defective or improperly installed portable bed rails, The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has adopted a new federal standard designed to make these rails safer. The dangers posed by … Continue reading →

January 6, 2012 | by MH

Children’s Bicycle Helmets — Recall — Head Injury Hazard

Earlier today, the CPSC and Triple Eight Distribution, Inc., issued a voluntary recall of bicycle helmets for youths and children due to a head injury hazard. The recall involved about 30,400 multipurpose helmets (including bicycle helmets) sold nationwide from August … Continue reading →

January 6, 2012 | by MH

IKEA High Chairs — Recalls — Fall Hazard

The CPSC, Health Canada, and IKEA are engaged in a voluntary recall of IKEA’s ANTILOP high chairs because the high chair’s restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to the child. The recall involves about 169,000 chairs sold … Continue reading →

November 18, 2011 | by MH

CPSC Warning — High-Powered Magnets a Danger To Children

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning about high-powered, ball-bearing magnets used in adult products.* Reports indicate that magnets such as these continue to be a particular danger to children who intentionally or inadvertently swallow the … Continue reading →