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CPSC Investigation Finds No Problem Drywall or Environmental Factors Linked to Ft. Bragg Deaths
FT. BRAGG, NC – Conclusions from a broad investigation by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) presented to Ft. Bragg military officials and families today, found no evidence either of problem drywall or environmental factors linked to the deaths of three infants. This investigation confirms the results of previous analysis of Ft. Bragg homes by others, which also found no link...
Change Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Batteries When Changing Clocks This Weekend CPSC Also Recommends Consumers Test Their Homes’ Electrical Safety Equipment
When you change your clocks this weekend, remember to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms too. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urges consumers to make a habit of replacing smoke and CO alarm batteries when the time changes. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 7 this year.
“Properly working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms can...
CPSC Reminds Parents How to Prevent Halloween Costume and Decoration-Related Injuries
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) wants parents of trick-or-treaters to know that there is nothing scary about preventing Halloween-related injuries. By taking a few simple safety precautions when selecting costumes and Halloween decorations, consumers can prevent burn, fall and laceration injuries.
Parents who make their kids’ costumes can send off their little ghosts, goblins...
Be Sure Your Child Care Setting Is As Safe As It Can Be
Child Care Safety Checklist for Parents and Child Care Providers
CRIBS: Make sure cribs meet current national safety standards and are in good condition. Look for a certification safety seal. Older cribs may not meet current standards. Crib slats should be no more than 2 3/8″ apart, and mattresses should fit snugly.
This can prevent strangulation and suffocation associated with older cribs and...
Back-To-School Safety Checklist
When you drop off your child at school, use this checklist to make sure these hidden hazards aren’t waiting to cause injury or death.
Drawstrings on Jackets and Sweatshirts — There should be no drawstrings on hoods or around the neck. Drawstrings at the waist or bottom of jackets should extend no more than 3 inches to prevent catching in car and school bus doors or getting caught on playground...
