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Hot water bottles

WebHot water bottles should never be given to babies or young children, as their skin is too sensitive. Older people with sensitive skin and people with reduced feeling in parts of …

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COVID-19: Supplying and installing bidet products

WebThe COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has seen an increase in the purchase of plumbing products such as toilet seat bidet douches, handheld bidet sprays and trigger sprays, …

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Safety guidance on concentrations of particular chemicals …

WebThe guidance prescribes concentrations of chemicals, below which a safety concern does not exist. It includes a list of 22 hazardous aromatic amines which can be derived from …

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Cosmetics ingredients labelling Product Safety Australia

WebThe labelling of ingredients on cosmetics such as make-up, deodorant or moisturiser usually appears on the packaging or outer casing of the product for consumer knowledge. When …

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Product testing Product Safety Australia

WebWhy products are tested. Product testing is one way of preventing unsafe products from entering the Australian market, and ensuring supplier responsibilities are met. It is the …

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Sports equipment Product Safety Australia

WebBasketball rings & backboards. People are at risk of serious injury when using a poorly-secured basketball ring for slam dunks. Always make sure your basketball ring is …

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Australian product safety system Product Safety Australia

WebThere are over 15 000 types of products available in Australia, with each being produced by multiple brands. To ensure that these products work safely, the Australian product safety …

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Exercise equipment

WebNo. If you are a manufacturer, importer, wholesaler or retailer of certain exercise equipment supplied to Australia (online or shop front) you must comply with the applicable …

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Riding safely with ride-on lawnmowers Product Safety …

WebRiding safely with ride-on lawnmowers. Published. 18 Dec 2013. Ride-on lawnmowers pose many risks including serious injury from tipping over and significant risks to bystanders, …

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Bassinettes Product Safety Australia

WebEnsure the sides of the bassinette are at least 300 mm higher than the top of the mattress base. Ensure it has a wide stable base and a sturdy bottom so that it won’t tip over. …

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Lithium-ion batteries Product Safety Australia

WebThe ACCC saw a 92% increase in reported lithium-ion battery incidents including swelling, overheating and fires in 2022 compared to 2020. Lithium-ion batteries have caused fires …

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Selling online Product Safety Australia

WebWhen you make or manufacture the products you sell online, Australia’s product liability laws apply to products with safety defects. This is in addition to your legal responsibilities as a …

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Hand sanitiser Product Safety Australia

WebHand sanitiser is for external use only. If ingested, you should seek medical attention immediately. Keep hand sanitiser away from any type of open flame as its ingredients …

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Formaldehyde in cosmetic products Product Safety Australia

WebRisks and injuries. While exposure to low levels of formaldehyde is not dangerous, high exposure to the chemical is a safety concern. High levels of exposure to formaldehyde, …

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Kids equipment Product Safety Australia

WebSwimming & flotation aids. Swimming and flotation aids are not safety devices and they are not designed to prevent drowning. Children must be supervised at all times when around …

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COVID-19: Safer packaging and labelling guidance for hand …

WebA new mandatory information standard for cosmetics was introduced on 24 November 2020 to require additional information to be provided with alcohol based hand sanitiser. The …

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Report: Lithium-ion battery safety

Web13. If a person(s) does inhale lithium-ion battery vent gases or smoke, or has physical contact with liquids or solid products from the fire, they should immediately report to a …

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Building blocks Product Safety Australia

WebSafe use. Make sure plastic pieces are durable and not brittle. Ensure any wooden surfaces are smoothly finished. Check building blocks regularly for any damage or broken pieces. …

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Smokeless tobacco products Product Safety Australia

WebSmokeless tobacco products. Smokeless tobacco products can cause cancers, chromosomal damage, infections and death. There is a ban on supplying these products …

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Product Safety Recall

WebSKU CODE. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SOLD DURING THIS PERIOD. 4984343410787. 4975887801506. Rattle Crackle E001 Toy. Ping Pong Catch Toy. 2 Nov 2010 -13 Apr …

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Babies & kids Product Safety Australia

WebBaby exercise jumpers. Baby slings & carriers. Baby walkers. Baby bath aids. Children's car restraints. Dummies. High chairs. Sleep related hazards in infant products. Playpens.

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