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April 22, 2008

Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard

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The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
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Performance Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard

Filed under: Contributors, Recalls and Product Safety — admin @ 9:00 am
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
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Beco Baby Carrier Recalls “Beco Butterfly” Infant Carriers

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The buckles on the carrier shoulder straps can unexpectedly release tension, causing the strap to slip through, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
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April 21, 2008

CPSC Promotes the Building of Safer Playgrounds to Help Reduce Injuries

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Children and playgrounds go together like chocolate and milk. Drop by any playground this spring and summer and you are bound to find dozens of active kids swinging, sliding, climbing and having a good time.
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April 18, 2008

Wal-Mart Recalls Charm Key Chains Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Filed under: Contributors, Recalls and Product Safety — admin @ 8:00 am
The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
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April 16, 2008

HSN Recalls Power Strips for Charge-It-All Valets Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

Filed under: Contributors, Recalls and Product Safety — admin @ 11:00 am
The power strip located inside the valet has undersized wires, which can pose fire and shock hazards to consumers.
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Push Toys Recalled by Santa’s Toy Corp. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
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April 14, 2008

Hobby-Lobby Int’l Recalls Battery Chargers Used with Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard

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The lithium-polymer batteries can ignite while charging, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
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April 10, 2008

FUNTASTIC Recalls Fake Teeth Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Filed under: Contributors, Recalls and Product Safety — admin @ 11:30 am
The gray surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
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Michaels Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
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