Archive for September, 2008
Acting CPSC Chairman Nancy A. Nord Announces Staff Change
Acting Chairman Nancy A. Nord today announced that Quin Dodd will be leaving his position as CPSC Chief of Staff, effective October 1. She also announced that Joseph Martyak, her Counsel, will assume the position of Chief of Staff at that time.
Razor USA Recalls PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters Due to Laceration Hazard
The undersides of the foot platforms can have sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children.
Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores Recall SmartSpace Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The chairs were sold without a warning label instructing consumers to lock the chair’s legs before sitting. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Igloo Products Announces Recall of Coolers Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively in West Marine Stores
Sharp edges on the stainless steel latch attached to the cooler can pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
TV Stands Recalled By Studio RTA Due to TV Tip-over Hazard
The stability of the stands does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death to consumers.
Euro-Pro and QVC Recall Deep Fryers Due to Burn Hazard
The fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Harry Potter Bookends Recalled By Giftco Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The paint on the bookends contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Gotham Lighting Recalls Compact Fluorescent Recessed Ceiling Lights; Can Fail to Work in an Emergency
The relay on the backup battery of the lights could be programmed incorrectly and prevent the lights from functioning in an emergency.
Wood Abacus Recalled by LTD Commodities LLC Due to Choking Hazard
The wooden rods on the abacus can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Safety Alert: Petzl America Warns of Burn Hazard from Headlamps; Product Should Only Be Used with Non-Rechargeable Batteries
If the headlamp is used with rechargeable batteries, the cable connecting the battery pack to the lamp can spark, melt, or catch fire. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
