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.
Have Fun Safely This Halloween!
October 28, 2013
Feroleto Law reminds you that Halloween can be fun but also presents many dangers for parents and kids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reminds us that parents should check to make sure that all costumes including accessories are flame resistant, especially since shipments of imported costumes were found