May 31, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on For Safety’s Sake
Thinking about safety this week because over the weekend there were many… not several… but many… tragedies. Some could not be avoided, but many could have been. I’d like readers to know that there has been a purposeful respite in … Continue reading
May 31, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on CPSC CONSUMER ALERT: CAREGIVERS URGED TO USE RESTRAINTS WITH INCLINED SLEEP PRODUCTS
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission – News Release Release Date: May 31, 2018 Release Number: 18-171 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is reminding parents: Always create a safe sleep environment for babies in a crib, … Continue reading
May 24, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on Jané Recalls Strollers Due to Violation of the Federal Stroller and Carriage Safety Standard; Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards
Recall Date: May 24, 2018 Recall Number: 18-167 Recall Summary Name of Product: Jané Muum strollers Hazard: The recalled strollers violate the federal Stroller and Carriage standard. An infant can pass through the opening between the stroller armrest and the … Continue reading
May 22, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on Porsche Recalls Toy Cars Due to Choking Hazard
Recall Date: May 22, 2018 Recall Number: 18-162 Recall Summary Name of Product: My First Porsche – Wooden Cars Hazard: The wheels and axles can detach from the wooden toy car, posing a choking hazard to young children. Remedy: Refund. … Continue reading
May 17, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on Michaels Recalls Spin Art Kits Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall Date: May 17, 2018 Recall Number: 18-160 Recall Summary Name of Product: Creatology® Spin Art Kits Hazard: The battery compartment in the spin art kit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Remedy: Refund. Consumers should immediately take the … Continue reading
May 17, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on Michaels Recalls Pottery Wheel Kits Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Recall Date: May 17, 2018 Recall Number: 18-159 Recall Summary Name of Product: Creatology® pottery wheel kits Hazard: The battery compartment in the pottery wheel kit can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Remedy: Refund. Consumers should immediately take the … Continue reading
May 10, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on Munchkin Recalls Waterpede Bath Toys Due to Choking Hazard
Recall Date: May 10, 2018 Recall Number: 18-153 Recall Summary Name of Product: Waterpede™ children’s bath toys Hazard: The bath toy can break apart exposing small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. Remedy: Replace Consumers should immediately take … Continue reading
May 2, 2018
by Marianne Halterman
Comments Off on Carter’s Recalls Children’s Cardigan Sets Due to Choking Hazard
Recall Date: May 2, 2018 Recall Number: 18-148 Recall Summary Name of Product: 3-piece penguin cardigan sets Hazard: The cardigan’s toggle button can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Remedy: Refund Consumer should immediately take the recalled cardigan … Continue reading
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