Infinity cable – A Shock to the System
A new and dramatic saga is about to unfold in Australian product safety history.
In August 2013 the Infinity Cable Company recalled electrical cable which had been widely sold across Australia.
But this recall was only the start of the…
Notes from International Product Safety Week 2014
Last week was international product safety week. More than 40 countries from around the world were represented at a range of meetings in Brussels, Belgium.
Most people came from around Europe, but others had travelled from Canada,…
Toy age guidelines – lessons from Lego and The Simpsons
Age guidelines on toys - lots of people assume the age listed on a toy is only to indicate how bright a child is
Product Safety Regulations in Australia
Product safety regulations can feel like a maze. If you’re selling consumer products in Australia you need to make sure you’re complying with the rules.
Can the government tell me how to make my products? . . . or what to sell?
Some products do need to meet safety standards before they can be sold - your business could be affected
Beware of gaps in the consumer market
Some products don’t exist because they have safety issues. Product safety regulations might be the reason. Is your business at risk?
Product Design – Avoiding Unintended Safety Consequences
Who you are designing your products for might lead to unintended safety hazards - think beyond the end user
What’s happening with the Children’s nightwear standard in Australia?
Keep across news on changes to the Australian standard
Product Safety Recalls Australia
You can register for product safety recall alerts... here's how you can stay up-to-date
Compliance with product safety regulations in Australia
Make sure you know - and comply with - the rules and product regulations