Toy Safety Publications

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Document NumberPublicationDescription
281 For Kids' Sake Think Toy Safety (PDF) (PDF-SPANISH) A guide to choosing, buying and maintaining toys for children and infants. Includes information on toy labeling and the Child Safety Protection Act.
282 Child Safety Protection Act Fact Sheet (PDF) Fact Sheet.
287 The Dangers of Electric Toys (PDF) CPSC offers tips on selecting, using and regulating electrically operated toys safely.
5009 Caps for Toy Guns (PDF) Safety Alert: To prevent burn injuries, don't let children put caps for toy guns in their pockets.
5087 Suffocation Danger Associated with Children's Balloons (PDF) Safety Alert.
5089 BB Guns Can Kill (PDF) Safety Alert.
5100 Strings and Straps on Toys Can Strangle Young Children (PDF) Parents should never give young children toys with cords, strings, or straps that fit around the neck.
5220 Choking Hazard: Plastic Film on Toys and Other Children's Products (PDF) (PDF-SPANISH) Remove all plastic film coverings on toys and children's products.



Neighborhood Safety Library

Document NumberPublicationDescription
283 Toy Safety Coloring Book (PDF ENGLISH/SPANISH) Fact Sheet.
285 Which Toy for Which Child (0-5) (PDF) A consumer's guide for selecting suitable toys for children ages birth through five.
286 Which Toy for Which Child (6-12) (PDF) A consumer's guide for selecting suitable toys for children ages six through twelve.



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