The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) are warning residents in hurricane-impacted areas about the deadly dangers that can remain even after Hurricane Irene strikes.
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CPSC and USFA Warn About Deadly Dangers That Can Linger After Hurricane Irene Passes
August 26th, 2011 · No Comments
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Fiskars Brands Recalls SmartPower String Trimmers Due to Burn, Fire and Laceration Hazards
August 23rd, 2011 · No Comments
Engine vibration during use of the trimmers can cause wear on the fuel line, leading to a propane fuel leak. The Straight Shaft Trimmers’ propane canister can crack at the neck during use. In addition, high temperatures may develop near the Curved Shaft Trimmers’ plastic cutting guard, causing the guard to deform and fall off. These issues pose burn, fire and laceration hazards to the user.
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Target Expands Recall of Step Stools with Storage Due to Fall Hazard
August 23rd, 2011 · No Comments
The wooden step stools can break apart or collapse under the weight of the user, posing a fall hazard.
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Office Depot Recalls Desk Chairs Due to Pinch Hazard
August 18th, 2011 · No Comments
A consumer’s finger can get caught in an opening in the chair’s tilt mechanism, posing a pinch hazard to consumers.
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Macy’s Recalls Martha Stewart Collection Enamel Cast Iron Casseroles Due to Laceration and Burn Hazard
August 18th, 2011 · No Comments
The enamel coating on the cast iron casseroles can crack or break during use. This can cause the enamel to crack and fly off as a projectile, posing a risk of laceration or burn hazard to the user or bystanders.
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