The testers can fail to give an indication of live voltage, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrical shock or thermal burns.
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Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard
March 11th, 2010 · No Comments
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CPSC Issues Warning on Children’s Winter and Holiday-Themed Charm Bracelets with High Levels of Cadmium
March 11th, 2010 · No Comments
The bracelets contain high levels of cadmium. Laboratory analysis determined that in certain tests, over 20,000 micrograms of cadmium were released from the snowman alone. Cadmium can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
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Coil Nailers Recalled by Hitachi Koki Due to Serious Injury Hazard
March 11th, 2010 · No Comments
The nailers could have a faulty feeder that can allow nails to be ejected sideways, posing a serious injury hazard to the user or bystanders.
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Byer California Recalls Girl’s Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
March 10th, 2010 · No Comments
The drawstrings on the neck and waist of the jacket can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.
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Girl’s Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Regaliti Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory
March 10th, 2010 · No Comments
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
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