CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION WARNS ABOUT TV, LARGE FURNITURE TIP-OVER DANGERS Numerous Deaths Reported Since 2000, Young Children Most Often Victims The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is issuing a warning to parents and caregivers about the dangers of televisions and heavy furniture tipping over and killing and injuring young children. These deaths and injuries frequently occur when children climb onto, fall against or pull themselves up on television stands, shelves, bookcases dressers, desks and chests. CPSC reports the number of TV tip-over deaths during the first 7 months of 2006 was much higher than average. For more information and tips on ways to help prevent tip-over hazards visit www.cpsc.gov.

Author: multivu
Keywords: Home Safety 25028Ipod.m4v
Added: November 4, 2006

Use electrical holiday decorations safely (Arlington, Va.) - Millions of families are beginning to decorate their homes with a variety of electrical products as the holiday season gets under way. While brightly-colored lights and other electrical decorations help make the season cheerful, improper or inattentive use of these products could result in tragedy. According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA), nearly one-third of all residential fires occur during the winter months. Each year, holiday-season fires cause 2,600 injuries and more than $930 million in damage. Many of these tragic incidents could be prevented by following some simple safety tips from the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI): Before decorating, read and follow the manufacturers' instructions for installing and maintaining all decorative electrical products. Carefully inspect light strings and extension cords for signs of wear-fraying, peeling or abraded cords; broken plugs, bulbs or sockets-and discard any that are not in like-new condition. Never connect more than three strands of lights to one string. Use only lights, cords and other decorations that have been certified by United Laboratories (UL), CSA International or other safety certification body. Use extension cords only temporarily and only across short distances. Never run power cords under rugs or use near water. Make sure not to overload electrical circuits. Keep outdoor extension cords free of snow and standing water. Dry, cut trees can ignite from the smallest spark - keep your holiday tree well-hydrated. Never put electric lights on a metal tree - current could leak from the lights and electrocute anyone who comes into contact with the tree. ESFI reminds you to ALWAYS turn off and unplug electrical decorations before you leave the house or retire for the night. Using electricity safely will help to keep your family safe during this joyous holiday season. For more information about electrical safety, go to www.electrical-safety.org. Founded in 1994 through a joint effort between Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is North America's only non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to promoting electrical safety in the home and workplace. ESFI is a 501(c)(3) organization funded by electrical manufacturers and distributors, independent testing laboratories, utilities, safety and consumer groups, and trade and labor associations. ESFI sponsors National Electrical Safety Month each May, and engages in public education campaigns and proactive media relations to help reduce property damage, personal injury and death due to electrical accidents. The Foundation does not engage in code or standard writing or lobbying and does not solicit individuals. For additional electrical safety information, visit the Foundation's web site at www.electrical-safety.org or call 703-841-3229.

Author: multivu
Keywords: www.electrical-safety.org United States Fire Administration Christmas Lights decorations holiday tree MultiVu 25914
Added: January 2, 2007

CPSC ANNOUNCES RECALL OF EASY-BAKE OVEN DUE TO ENTRAPMENT AND BURN HAZARD Easy Bake, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is recalling about 985,000 Easy Bake ovens due to entrapment and burn hazards. The video includes b-roll of the Easy Bake Oven, children playing with the toy oven, soundbites in English and Spanish, and information about the recall. CPSC staff is also available for one-on-one interviews on Tuesday about this product recall. Contact Patty Davis, CPSC, 301-504-7601 to arrange your interview.

Author: multivu
Keywords: Easy-Bake Oven TOY RECALL U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Burn Hazards Childrens toys MultiVu 25029
Added: February 7, 2007

Mark Huffman reports Michael Baroody's appointment as head of the Consumer Product Safety Commission is raising eyebrows.

Author: consumeraffairscom
Keywords: consumer news information CPSC politics
Added: March 2, 2007

Produced by Consumer Product Safety Commission NTIS No. AVA03690VNB1 Explains that safety packaging is a valuable tool that offers an additional margin of safety from accidental poisoning of children.

Author: carlmalamud
Keywords: safety packaging
Added: May 2, 2007

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following Name of Product: Maytag® and Jenn-Air® brand dishwashers Units: About 2.3 million Manufacturer: Maytag Corp., of Newton, Iowa Hazard: Liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser and come into contact with the dishwasher's internal wiring which can short-circuit and ignite, posing a fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Maytag has received 135 reports of dishwasher fires, resulting in product and/or property damage. Four injuries have been reported, including three reports of smoke inhalation and one serious hand laceration when operating a fire extinguisher to put out a fire in the dishwasher. Description: The recall involves Maytag® and Jenn-Air® under counter or portable plastic tub dishwashers. The dishwashers have black, white, almond, bisque and stainless steel front panels. The following model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the dishwasher's plastic frame on top of or to the left of the door opening. Consumers should contact Maytag to determine if their dishwasher is included in this recall.

Author: mangiullo
Keywords: Maytag dishwasher
Added: May 17, 2007