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Tweet With Halloween upon us, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has released a three-step safety checklist to help people of all ages prevent injury this holiday. Families in Rhode Island and around the nation are getting ready for a night of frights and fun, but every year there are many reports of serious injuries involving Halloween costumes, decorations, and lig [...]

The most frightening part of a hurricane may be when it makes landfall and passes through a populated area but, as stressed by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), serious dangers linger in a storm’s wake even after it’s gone. Following Hurricane Irene, which wreaked havoc and destruction on the Northeast, the two agencies released the following tips to stay sa [...]

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, several New Yorkers have already begun celebrating with fireworks and other devices. While having a patriotic spirit is not out of the question, far too many citizens disregard or overlook safety when using these potentially treacherous objects. A new study by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reveals that fireworks-related incidents were responsibl [...]

Numerous reports of children being severely injured after swallowing magnets has led the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to issue a warning about the severe injuries that could be caused by such incidents. Incidents have been reported for victims ranging from toddlers to teenagers, but the cases center around swallowing two or more magnets and suffering severe internal damage from the items’ intera [...]

On May 26, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of approximately one million in-ground spa and swimming pool drain covers, produced by eight different manufacturers. This announcement coincides with the CPSC’s pool safety campaign, “Pool Safely: Steps Save Lives,” which began with a press conference in California, also on May 26. The recall was initiated because the drain c [...]

“Consumers need to heed our warning: fireworks related incidents, especially those involving illegal fireworks, can be fatal,” said the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Chairman Inez Tenenbaum. As the Fourth of July approaches, it’s important to remember that even legal fireworks are dangerous, especially when they are not treated with necessary caution. According to the CPSC, there are six main re [...]

The holiday season is upon us, which means shoppers will be out in droves looking for gifts for their nearest and dearest. If you are fortunate enough to have little ones in the house, giving toys for your child to enjoy can be one of the best parts of the holidays; however, all toys are not created equal, and some may cause unintended injury to your child. The U.S. Public Interest Research Group has issued its 26 [...]

Decorating your home for Halloween is a great way to get your kids excited for the holiday. However, some Halloween decorations pose a very real threat to the safety of your children and your home. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends taking several steps to reduce the risk of accidents caused by hazardous or defective Halloween decorations. Try to use battery-operated candles instead of candle [...]

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of metal futon bunk beds on June 16. The bunk beds were sold exclusively by Big Lots stores across the U.S. from January 2009 through April 2010. The recalled beds will have model number BFB1008 on a label on the support rail on the upper bunk. The futon bunk beds are being recalled because of an entrapment hazard. The space between the last r [...]

The federal U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada issued a press release Wednesday, December 28, announcing the recall of a defective Pottery Barn Bed for Kids with a canopy that has collapsed and injured children. The defective canopy belongs to the Madeline Bedroom Collection made by Pottery Barn, a division of Williams-Sonoma. The recall extends to 7,700 beds sold in the U.S. and about [...]