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We have compiled the following sites containing product safety information.

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission  CPSC, an independent Federal regulatory agency, helps keep American families safe by reducing the risk of injury and death from consumer products. Visit this site to get the latest product recalls.

Dangerous & Recalled Products Guide for Resale Stores  A publication of the CPSC.

Recalls.gov  A "one stop shop" for U.S. Government recalls. Six federal agencies have joined together in alerting the American people to unsafe, hazardous or defective products, including; food, medicine, cosmetics, boats, motor vehicles and environmental products.

Toy Info  A parent's resource for facts and information about toy safety.

Kids and Cars  Keeping kids safe in and around motor vehicles.

Keeping Babies Safe  A national child safety organization. The goal of Keeping Babies Safe will be to protect infants and educate the public about unsafe sleep environments and dangerous juvenile products.

SAFE KIDS  The National SAFE KIDS Campaign is the first and only national non-profit organization dedicated solely to the prevention of unintentional childhood injury — the number one killer of children ages 14 and under.

Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association This site is devoted to promoting and informing consumers and the industry about the safe use of juvenile products. Visit their "Consumer" section for some valuable information.

SafetyBeltSafe U.S.A. is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to child passenger safety. Their mission is to help reduce the number of serious and fatal traffic injuries suffered by children by promoting the correct, consistent use of safety seats and safety belts. 

Products America  Products America can help you find a variety of items including hardware for baby cribs, cradles, highchairs and changing tables, safety straps for highchairs, changing tables and strollers, solid wood highchair trays, toy box hinges, accessory items, fasteners, safety information and a wide variety of “hard to find”, “new innovation”, “gadget” and even “thingamajig” items.

Kids in Danger  A nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting children by improving children's product safety.

Safetyforum.com  A site providing an opportunity to learn and teach about products and practices that cause harm. You'll find a great deal of information in the "Consumer Products" section.

NHTSA  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration site contains a great deal of information on child safety seats, including ratings and recalls.

Consumer Federation of America  CFA has concentrated on improving the safety of household products and the effectiveness of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission that regulates this safety. CFA is first and foremost an advocacy organization, working to advance pro-consumer policy on a variety of issues before Congress, including the Infant Crib Safety Act.

Sleep Products Safety Council SPSC's mission is to provide consumer safety information, support research and promote activities aimed at reducing hazards associated with mattresses and other sleep products.

National Candle Association This professional association works to promote consumer acceptance and use of candles and candle accessories, while encouraging their safe usage. Visit the "Candle Use and Safety" section.

Congress.org  Easily identify and contact your Elected Officials. Send email from this site, to your Senator and Representative, in support of the Infant Crib Safety Act. 

House of Representatives  Click on "Find A Bill or Law" for a copy of the Infant Crib Safety Act.

States Addressing Toy Safety  29 states have pursued legislation on toy safety.
 

          
 
 
   
  

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