MSN reported today that over 50 Million Roman and roll-up shades are being recalled due to risk of strangulation. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Tuesday that about 50 million window coverings need to be repaired to make them safe for kids. About 5 million Roman shades and 3 million roll-up blinds are sold each year. They reported that 8 children have died and 16 have been injured since 2001. It was reported that the CPSC has issued so many recalls for different types of Roman shades and blinds, the agency is now considering new mandatory design standards to keep kids safe. This is an example of a product that should have undergone rigorous study and testing before it hit the market.
The First Years® Recalls American Red Cross® Cabinet Swing Locks
December 7, 2010
As a product safety attorney and parent, I am always concerned when a product places the safety of our children at risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported today that there is a recall of The First Years American Red Cross Cabinet Swing Locks. The installed latches can