Choking hazards, chemical contamination top reasons for toy recalls

A CBC News analysis of every toy recall in Canada over the past decade has identified the most-common safety hazards as small parts that break off or are easily swallowed and contaminants such as lead, phthalates or bacteria. The good news, however, is that inspections have improved in recent years, and problem toys are now […]

Grade school teacher arrested on suspicion of choking students with jump rope

Published time: 1 Oct, 2017 12:51 A 64-year-old gym teacher has been arrested and charged with four felony counts of child abuse after choking elementary school kids with a jump rope to “discipline” them. Detectives responded to reports of child abuse at the Herndon Barstow Elementary in Fresno, Florida on Thursday afternoon. Peter Samhammer reportedly […]

WARNING: Next issue recall for children's shoes that pose DEADLY choking hazard

The footwear, designed for children, feature silver studs, which the brand has now warned could choke young children. The tiny details, which are attached to the shoe for design reasons, could cause a problem. The brand announced the star shaped rivets pose a hazard on their website. Concerned adults can check the sandals for the […]

WARNING – choking hazard on potentially DEADLY toddler Primark leggings

The high street store has confirmed a bow attached to the leggings could come off and present a potential choking hazard. The product – item number 86503 – was on sale in UK stores from November 8, 2016 up to February 22, 2017. Primark says the leggings can be returned for a full refund without […]