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Toy safety; Identifying Hazards and Keeping Kids Safe

Author: Kristen Banzhaf

Toy safety is a top priority for parents, caregivers and our company.  In this article we will discuss toy safety, identifying potential hazards in toys and provide tips for selecting the right toys for your child. Toys are an important part of play time and development.  Knowing which toys are safe for your child will keep them healthy and happy. 

            Below is information to help parents and caregivers choose appropriate and safe toys.

 

Age Appropriate

Check each label for the age recommendation of the toy.  Much of the risk associated with children’s toys is age-dependent.  Toys with accurate and appropriate age recommendations should always be selected.  Small children have a tendency to put things in their mouth.  Toys that contain small parts are a serious chocking hazard and should not be selected.  Do not select toys meant for older children thinking that it will help your child to be more advanced.  Not only can this lead to hazards such as choking, but it also can frustrate your child and foster negativity. 

Always supervise playtime.  This is especially critical for small children and children who have older siblings.  Make sure that younger children are playing with the toys intended for them and not the toys of an older sibling which could be hazardous for them.

 

Safe, non-toxic

  1. Become familiar with who you purchase from and choose companies that share your beliefs on safe toys.

Look for reputable toy manufacturers that you can trust.  Our manufactures comply with government safety regulations and undergo rigorous testing to ensure toy safety.  Our wooden toys have been the recipients of the most prestigious toy awards and our manufacturers share our vigilance for safety.  Manufacturers such as: Melissa and Doug, Plan Toys, Hape, and Imagiplay. 

Avoid cheap toys that are not constructed well and easily breakable.  It goes without saying that these kinds of products can lead to hazards such as chocking and injury, but cheap metals are also very likely to contain lead.

 

Use as Intended

Teach children to use their toys in the way they were intended.  Being overly aggressive and misusing a toy can lead to hazards and breakage. 

 

              Use toys that are electric, or become hot only with adult supervision to avoid burns and electric shock.  Age appropriate recommendations should especially be adhered to for these kinds of products. 

 

Toy Maintenance

Inspecting your children’s toys regularly is a great way to keep them safe.  When examining each toy look for loose, or broken parts.  Discard toys with sharp edges, chipping paint or other possible dangers.  Consider replacing toys that cannot be fixed with new, safer products.

            Toys that are well loved should be cleaned often.  Here are some ways to ensure germ-free toys

  1. Wash toys in hot, soapy water, rinse and dry
  2. Colorfast toys can be soaked in a bleach solution of ¾ cup of household bleach in 1 gallon of water.
  3. Lysol, or other disinfectant sprays can be used for daily maintenance.

Keeping an uncluttered play area is another great way to eliminate hazards and injury.  Put some toys away and then rotate them in a few months.  Not only will your play room be clean, but your child will think its Christmas all over again. 

 Selecting safe toys and identifying potential hazards is a great way to keep our kids safe.  It is also important to not be afraid to let kids play.  Don’t stop your child from playing with toys.  Keep the above recommendations in the forefront of your mind and you will select toys that are safe and fun.  According to Dr. Toy “Children need toys to learn, play, and develop mentally, socially and physically.  Toys are a means for developing a child’s “PQ” or “Play Quotient,” which is intelligent and responsible play that engages, educates, creates and is overall fun.” Stevanne Auerbach, Ph.D. 2007 Aug 17(Timely Toy Safety Tips from Dr. Toy-How to Protect your Child from Harm.)

            If you are every concerned about a toy, or would like more information you can contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/parenting-articles/toy-safety-identifying-hazards-and-keeping-kids-safe-1439004.html

About the Author

Author: Kristen Banzhaf, BS Interior Design, owner of www.woodtoypalace.com, dedicated mother, advocate for healthy play and imaginative learning. For a huge selection of natural, safe wooden toys from such trusted brands as Melissa and Doug visit our website at http://www.woodtoypalace.com

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Tell me your funny story about child’s safety products?
    I am so sick of seeing all the “must have safety products for babies and kids”. I’ll start- stupid helmets for healthy kids learning to walk, and ridiculous knee pads for babies learning to crawl!!!
    I am a mother- now I’m wondering what kind of lawsuits lead to these products? It’s overwhelming walking through the “safety aisle” at BabiesRus!

    • ANSWER:
      What’s your point….Do you have kids then it’s nothing stupid about putting those inquires out there

      Back years ago they didn’t have all these green lights and that’s when every body file to suit in court,so That’s a reason for this

      Hope this helps!!

  2. QUESTION:
    The lion mark and health and safety for kids?
    Can anybody give me any information on the lion mark or health and safety for childrens products and clothes. Any information welcomed!

    thanks xxx

    • ANSWER:
      I am aware of the “lion mark” in the UK in connection with toys and other children’s goods (e.g., clothing, highchairs, playpens, gates and barriers) and in connection with eggs.

      In connection with safety and *toys*, the “Lion Mark” was developed in 1988 by the British Toy & Hobby Association (BTHA) as a symbol of toy safety and quality for the consumer.

      In order to expand the “Lion Mark” to more retailers, the British Association of Toy Retailers joined with the British Toy and Hobby Association to develop the Lion Mark for use by retailers. By displaying this sign the retailer is saying that all products in the shop meet a certain standard of safety.

      This symbol displayed in the shop, in catalogues and in retailer advertising, indicates that the retailer has agreed to the Code of Practice and as such, is prepared to make strenuous efforts not only to offer safe toys and children’s products (e.g., safety of *children’s clothing*, *highchairs*; *mattresses for children’s cots and prams*) for sale, but to ensure management and staff are briefed on toy safety matters such as age warnings and similar.

      In connection with safety in the production of *eggs*, the “Lion Quality mark” on egg shells and egg boxes means that the eggs have been produced to the highest standards of food safety. The Lion Quality Code of Practice was launched in 1998 and includes compulsory vaccination against Salmonella Enteritidis of all pullets destined for Lion egg-producing flocks, independent auditing, improved traceability of eggs and a “best-before” date stamped on the shell and pack, as well as on-farm and packing station hygiene controls.

  3. QUESTION:
    Here is another excuse for moms not to let kids not to watch TV.Last year,US Consumer Product Safety Commisson
    that thousands of US children visit to emegrecy room with injuries from TVs that fall from stands who have unsturdy bases.It is a poll for moms and dads:If the government is willing to take firearms and firecrackers for free and no questions asked like Chespeake,VA.Well, they are putting up wobbly,ole TV stands for a secure
    table.Why can’t we do that and why?

    • ANSWER:
      That’s lame. You can get hurt off of ANYTHING if you’re careless like that. It doesn’t have to be a TV. It could easily have been a stack of books, a lamp, etc.

  4. QUESTION:
    Looking for reviews of the Guidecraft Kitchen Helper (kids safety stool for kitchen)?
    If anyone owns/uses “the Kitchen Helper” by Guidecraft, I would love to hear any customer reviews on this childern’s safety stool (which allows kids to safely be counter height in the kitchen and participate in cooking, etc) I’m trying to compare it to the “Learning Tower” (another competeing product). Thanks a lot!

    • ANSWER:
      I have never seen anything like these they look great. I love thumbing through Y/A because I am always seeing products that I have never heard of before. Sorry I am not much of a help but hopefully someone can help you. I did look for some reviews for you but haven’t found any. Personally I think the Kitchen Helper is cuter but I don’t know which one would be a better buy as far as quality, etc. I will definitely be looking into these in the future because I think they are a great idea and would be helpful with my son. Good luck.

  5. QUESTION:
    Why do parents think they need a 5-point harness on their stroller? Were so many babies jumping out?
    I’m writing a book about safety products for kids and this is one I just don’t understand. A lap belt seems to be all the protection young ‘uns need.

    • ANSWER:
      My sons are fascinated by wheels and with out the 5-point they would be trying to stick their fingers into the wheels of the stroller. Also when they nap in the stroller it helps them stay in the seat better. Because I have a double it helps keep fingers out of the other kids hair, ears, and just plain off the other kid’s head. It also makes it harder to yank the kid out by a kidnapper. Safety first in my book.

  6. QUESTION:
    How do those in USA feel about the new Consumer Safety Protection Improvement Act Relating to kids under 12?
    Any motorcycle or motorcycle product for children ages 12 and under has to pass a test to determine that its lead content be less than 600 particles per million. Motorcycle engine and cables all contain some lead. motorcycle dealerships have been pulling any minicycles or minicycle parts meant for children under the age of 12 from their showroom floors and stocking shelves.
    How do those with 12 year old or under kids who race feel about this and what do those involved intend to do.

    • ANSWER:
      Very bad new indeed.

      Sorry for the late reply, I have only got back to my slavedriver ( PC ) today!

      I think that the suits who have changed the rules have not thought this through at all.

      Yes. I can see the safety angles, but these bikes / quads etc have been built this way since day one.

      The impact that it make on smaller retailers is going to be massive. Like you say, a bike in a box rather then the showroom is never going to sell. Spares are in the same boat as well. I read that if a new or used part is sold for one of these bikes, then that comes under the same laws.

      This is bad for the dealers and parts retailers NOW, but can you imagine what the result will be in the sports market in say another 6 years time when there are no up and coming riders in the world of Sport.

      Im sure the industry is under enough pressure from the ” Global Credit Crunch ” already, with any other sales drops thrown at them.

  7. QUESTION:
    How secure a loft bunk bed will be in regards of safety and quality? Will it break while my kids sleeping?
    I have seen the bunk loft beds and the legs that hols the bed looks very thing. I understand that wear and tear happends to any product, but in a bed specailly bunks am expecting 100% safety in regards of the quality and safety.

    • ANSWER:
      If you are buying a commercially made bunk bed from a department store or similar, then the bed itself will probably be just fine in terms of strength to hold a normal kid. It might even say in the manufacturer’s literature how much it will hold.

      If you need to assemble it yourself at home, then make sure that all of the screws, nuts and bolts are tight. Follow directions. Double-check everything.

      Probably more important is routine inspection to be sure that it stays structurally sound. Kids will tend to jump on, in and over just about anything, tending to destroy even the best built furniture. You may need to adjust and tighten it periodically.

      I grew up with a bunk bed. There was more danger from falling out (or being thrown out) then then there was from the bed falling apart.

  8. QUESTION:
    Should American Companies NOT Be Allowed to Produce Toys for Our Kids?
    Over 98% of the toys that were recently recalled were defective because American employees of Mattel designed products that are potentially deadly to our kids. The Americans at Mattel included in the design the use of magnets that obviously pose choking hazards to young children.

    Why do politicians blame China when Americans were at fault for 98% of the toys that were recently recalled?

    Shouldn’t the world avoid American toys unless Americans can assure the safety of kids?
    Will Hillary and the Dems bash China when they should scold Americans?
    World Peace, Ford and GM have recalled about 10 million cars in the past 2 decades. Gosh, who would take the risk of buying American products until they clean up their history failures. That’s just too dangerous. Right?
    World Peace, Are you proud of your words?

    Mattel says that the magnets could rip the insides of a kid. Mattel has said they made a mistake to use such magnets and will NEVER use the magnets again in kids toys. They will NOT use the magnets even if as you try to say they are fastened correctly. Please study more and respond if you wish.
    Illinois Attorney General says Mattel and no American company should have ever used these magnets.

    “”If rare-earth magnets are dangerous, it doesn’t matter who is manufacturing them,” Madigan said. “They shouldn’t be in the hands of children because of the serious injury and the possible death they can cause.”
    Mattel recalled the toys made before they learned to design a better, safer product. They admit American failure.

    “Mattel said its Tuesday recall related to magnets applied to toys made from 2002 to January 2007, when it designed a better system for securing the magnets in its toys”

    • ANSWER:
      Heathen,

      Try using facts.

      98% of the toys that were recalled were the ones with magnets.

      2% had lead paint.

      Those were 2 different kinds of toys.

      Mattel DESIGNED those toys with magnets. They REFUSE to use those magnets anymore because they are powerful enough to rip the intestines of a kid.


Toy Safety

Friday, December 31st, 2010 at 1:20 pm  
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Toy Safety and General Toy Info

Author: Phil P

Toy Safety:

Some toys which are marketed for a specific age range can even harm the development of children in that range. An infant’s environment should be made as hazard-free as practical.

Parents and others responsible for a child’s care must be safety experts. Toys with small pieces, such as these Lego, elements are required by law to have warnings about choking hazards in some countries. “Toy-caused” accidents, which occur due to a fault in the toy’s design, material content, construction or performance, are infrequent.

Since toys are among the first things a child considers his or her own, adults should encourage a youngster to assume responsibility by demonstrating how to use and care for toys. Not all toys are appropriate for all ages of children.

Playing with toys and behaviour:

Dexterity develops as he or she handles objects in play. One of the most important things a child do is play. Play is the essential joy of childhood and is also the way children learn about themselves, their environment and the people around them. Modern action figures, such as Action Man, are often marketed towards boys, whereas dolls are often marketed towards girls.

When children play with a broad variety of toys, the experiences help them to develop to their fullest potential. To be fun the toys should match the child’s maturity and challenge his or her skills. Children with access to a wide range of well-selected toys are more likely to be challenged and stimulated.

Toy factual information and History:

In Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome, children played with dolls made of wax or terra cotta, sticks, bows and arrows, and yo-yos. Toys can aid in the development of physical and mental skills which are necessary in later life. The oldest and, perhaps most common construction toy is a set of simple wooden blocks, which are often painted in bright colors and given to babies and toddlers.

The things that are built are sometimes used as toys once completed, but generally speaking, the object is to build things of one’s own design, and old models often are broken up and the pieces reused in new models. Sometimes intended as decorations, keepsakes, or collectables for older children and adults, most dolls are intended as toys for children, usually girls, to play with.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/parenting-articles/toy-safety-and-general-toy-info-247225.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Toy safety???
    is the webkinz toys been tested for toy safety?

    • ANSWER:
      Ganz takes great care to ensure its products comply with all Federal regulatory safety
      standards. Should a question arise concerning the safety of a Ganz product,
      Ganz will take the appropriate measures to investigate the matter and act in
      accordance with the appropriate safety regulations.

      With all the talk about toy safety, are the Webkinz toys safe?

      Webkinz plush pets have passed all appropriate Federal testing under
      ASTM F963, which is the standard consumer safety specification on toy safety.
      Testing includes, but is not limited to, flammability testing, surface lead testing,
      and testing for small parts and sharp edges.
      All Webkinz charms have been tested and have passed the standards for lead
      content in children’s jewelry proposed by the Consumer Products Safety
      Commission before shipping to customers.
      All of our Webkinz products are tested according to standardized testing
      protocols to ensure that they meet Ganz’ Quality standards before shipping
      to customers.

      (ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials,
      CPCS: Consumer Product Safety Commission)

  2. QUESTION:
    Can anyone tell me where to find the Toy Safety Standards for Australia?
    I’m a work at home mama and I can’t seem to find this document anywhere, which I need to read for new lines I have in development.

    • ANSWER:
      Try Fair Trading in your state or the Choice website, which is the consumers magazine. Choice also tests things out & usually has back issues on the website.

  3. QUESTION:
    What are the safety requirements for a toy for a 2-3 year old?
    In Design and Technology at school we are making panels to make a toy.

    The panels will be sewn onto a big cube.

    I need to know what the safety requirements would be.

    i.e. No lead paint
    No parts smaller than a golf ball.

    • ANSWER:

  4. QUESTION:
    What are the health and safety rules for a educational toy?
    I need at least 8 health and safety rules for a a educational toy , i need for my textile homework
    thx x

    • ANSWER:
      Must have some kind of a kite mark if it is British especially with electrical goods and must be fool proof, no rough edges,safe in the sense that it fits the age group of the child and development and must carry instructions too especially if they are electrical/battery operated…..eg: computer games etc…….

  5. QUESTION:
    What safety factors need to be considered when making a soft toy?
    I wanna know what materials are best to be used when making a soft toy.
    list of materials and what makes it a safety fire hazard?
    less easy to burn?

    • ANSWER:
      soft toys for children must be made of all new materials. If for sale. Most readily available fabrics are tested for their fire hazard levels. Fire retardent treatments in fabrics can cause other problems. Allergens, toxins etc.
      Polyester melts, cotton burns with a low flame and low heat. Both good.
      Never use pins without counting them so you know none are left in the toy. Make sure any buttons or embellishments are secured with linen button twist threads and follow manufacturers instructions on purchased joints and eyes. Any hair or yarn wigs should be secured carefully and for a young child, individually hand knotted yarn strand hair is safest to prevent choking. Polyester fibrefil is a good washable stuffing. So is laundered and shredded used stockings.

  6. QUESTION:
    How can I get parts for my Safety 1st baby toy?
    The tractor that plays nursery rhyme songs and sits on top of the circular, Farm -themed, two-leveled baby seat and play center that was manufatured about three years ago stopped playing when my granddaughter threw up on it and I washed it under running water. My husband replaced the batteries, but it still won’t work.

    • ANSWER:
      go to baby r rus a baby store full of baby stuff i go there.

  7. QUESTION:
    Which toy safety standard indicates safe paint, lead-free, for my 8 month old daughter?

    • ANSWER:
      all toys are supose to be made with lead-free paint, but if you look at where they are made, you would be safer not to get toys made in china

  8. QUESTION:
    China says U.S. also to blame for toy safety scares – Are we?
    China hit back after Mattel’s massive toy recall on Monday, saying designers and importers should also take responsibility for product safety, but promised to punish its own manufacturers who flout standards.

    The world’s largest toymaker recalled more than 18 million Chinese-made toys this month because of hazards from small magnets that can cause injury if swallowed, just two weeks after it recalled 1.5 million toys due to fears over lead paint.

    http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Consumer/wireStory?id=3526605

    ◄ Why are there not stricter guidelines on these issues, hello – lead paint on children’s toys – those who put everything in their mouths? And will we really get our money back on all the toys we have purchased? ►

    • ANSWER:
      there ARE guidelines and laws, that’s why they are being recalled. Everyone along the line has some responsibility. Manufacturers and consumers who CHOSE to purchase based on low price above everything else are partly responsible for naively believing that there was no downside to very cheap products. Stop thinking Wal-mart cheap and start thinking local quality.


Safety Child

Friday, December 31st, 2010 at 8:25 am  
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Child Safety and Protection

Author: Childcare Education Institute

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, nearly 300 children under 4 years old die every month in the United States because of accidents – most of which can be prevented.  Children injure themselves in a variety of ways including in play spaces, on doors and gates, in kitchen and cooking areas and on inappropriate toys or broken toys to name just a few.

Play space injuries can be avoided in a classroom by making sure toys are properly stored when not in use and the room arrangement is designed to include a variety of activity centers with adequate space for children to explore.

Many children are injured each year because of the careless use of doors and gates.  To avoid these injuries, make sure that doors and gates are kept closed.  Never leave an open door unattended, remind parents and teach children to open doors carefully and slowly to avoid injuring a child playing on the other side.

To prevent injuries in cooking areas, it is best to restrict access to adults only, few things are safe for young children in the kitchen area.

Toys play a major role in the early childhood setting.  Children love toys.  However, many children are injured each year by toys.  There are four major factors affecting toy safety: toy selection, toy maintenance, toy storage, and supervision and interaction.

Some toys can pose a risk if precautions are not taken. Select good quality toys that promote safe play.  Consider the children’s age, interests, and skill level when selecting toys.  Follow age and safety recommendations on toy labels and read the label, as it contains important play guidelines.

Toys go through a lot of wear and tear in the early childhood setting.  Proper maintenance of toys can prevent and reduce injuries.  Inspect toys on a regular basis for damage or potential hazards and repair or discard damaged toys immediately.

Teach children to put toys away safely on shelves after playing.  Proper storage will ensure that toys intended for older children will be stored separately from toys for younger children and reduce the number of injuries to children.

Supervising children while they play is essential to avoiding injuries. Never hesitate to stop reckless or improper play behavior.  Always let the children know when their play is dangerous and demonstrate or discuss the proper play behavior.

Learn more about child safety and protection. Visit ChildCare Education Institute to discover over 100 online child care training courses that meet the continuing education requirements of the child care industry.  Register for a sample course and try online learning today!

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/childhood-education-articles/child-safety-and-protection-880681.html

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ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI), a distance training institution, offers over 100 online child care training courses and online CDA programs. CCEI is approved by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) to award IACET Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    How does one remove the child-safety lock of a ps2?
    My was uncle given a ps2 by his neighbors, who were moving at the time. It works fine, but the problem is that some type of safety code was placed for movies rated R and video games that are M. Its like e a child safety device in certain televisions to keep kids from watching things they are not supposed to. Well, we have no clue what the password is, and since his neighbors moved we can’t ask them. So is there any way to remove this safety lock?

    • ANSWER:
      1. Insert a DVD Movie into the PlayStation®2.
      2. You should receive a message informing you that the Parental Level has been set, and asking if youý”d like to allow the disc to play. Highlight “Yes” and then press the X button.
      3. A new window will appear asking you to temporarily change the Parental Control to a different level. Again, highlight “Yes”, and then press the X button.
      4. Another window will appear asking you to enter your Password. Above that window are numbers (0-9).
      5. Do not enter your password, but instead, press the select button on your Controller. This will change the text in the window from “Enter Password” to “Delete Password”.
      6. Using the numbers above the window, input 7444. If successful, you will receive a message stating “Deletion Complete”.
      7. Press Select. You will now be asked to register a new password. Please select a four-digit code of your choosing.
      8. You will be asked to confirm your password selection by inputting the same code once again. If successful, you will receive a message stating “Registration Confirmed”.
      9. Now you need to turn off the password altogether. The movie should of started playing by now. Press select and chose Setup. Go to the parental control “tab” and set the level to “off”.
      10. Now you should be able to watch any movie

  2. QUESTION:
    Child Safety Locks – My car does not have rear child safety locks. How do I lock doors from inside?
    We have a 2007 Hummer H3 and the Rear Seats do not have child safety locks. Is there a way to modify the door to only open from the outside? Or is there a product I can buy (not tape) that would work to block or cover the lock and handle?
    Please advise. Thanks in advance for the help.

    • ANSWER:
      you have a 2007 and there’s no safety locks? That’s odd. We have 02 and 03 vehicles and ours have locks. I would not alter it in any way yourself. Instead, contact the dealership.

  3. QUESTION:
    How do you disable the child safety locks on an isuzu rodeo?
    I have a 1995 isuzu rodeo that came equipped with the child safety locks on the back door. The problem is I cannot open the back doors from inside or outside the vehicle no matter what state the locks on the other doors are in. Does anybody know how to disable or bypass this feature?

    • ANSWER:
      the ones talking about the switch are right about how its suposed to work, but my guess is that you know that… from what you said it sounds like your door is broken as the others have said. i think you will need to take it to a dealer.

  4. QUESTION:
    How do I enable the child safety locks on my 1999 Toyota Camry?
    I bought my car used last year, and I don’t have the manual. How do I enable the child safety locks for it?

    • ANSWER:
      yep, there’s a little lever along the door frame. usually, it’s well marked. this will prevent the door from opening from the inside.

  5. QUESTION:
    A child safety outlet cap broke in the outlet and I can’t use the outlet anymore. How do I clear it?
    We just purchased a new home, and I was going to install the carbon monoxide detector in the hallway when I noticed that the outlets can’t be used because both outlets had prongs of a child safety cap break inside the outlet. They are really deep in there. Is there anyway I can fix this so I can use the outlet again? This is the ideal place to put the carbon monoxide detector. Thanks for any advice or ideas!

    • ANSWER:
      Yes quite easily. First, make certain all electricity to that outlet is off!!!! There is a tool to test this where you only have to touch part of the outlet and not the inside. See a hardware store for this. (If you don’t want to do this, just shut off the main breaker. There will be no electricity to any part of the house at all!) Then using tweezers, gently work the pieces out of the holes. If the pieces are too far in, remove the outlet and replace it. The wiring part is very simple. Just copy the wiring method from the old one to the new one. Turn the electricity back on.

  6. QUESTION:
    In a four passenger car, should I install a child safety seat behind the driver or the passenger?
    My back seat doesn’t allow me to install a child safety seat in the middle. Is it safer to install behind the driver’s seat or the passenger’s?

    • ANSWER:
      Behind the PASSENGER seat so you take time to put the baby in the seat front the curb and see the seat in the mirror.

  7. QUESTION:
    Does anyone know how to disengage the child-safety locks in my rear doors?
    I have a 1997 Toyota Camry XLE, and according to the little lock levers on the side of the door, the child-safety locks are unlocked. However, the back doors still cannot be opened from the inside.

    • ANSWER:
      On my minivan, the inside (door frame) latch came loose from the mechanicals on the inside of the door. no matter what the setting was on the selector it would not change the latch because it came loose. I had to take the door panel off and pop a connecting rod back into place…

  8. QUESTION:
    I have a provisional patent for a new child safety device Is it safe to start pitching my product to companys?
    A patent attorney family member offered to do a patent search, even write up a Utility for my child safety device, but I’m broke right now and can’t pay the filing fee. This invention is totally new, there is nothing like it on the market right now. How do you think I will be taken with only a provisional? Will companies even take me seriously? If they are interested is there a chance they would help pay for patenting fees? I have no idea how this process typically works. Any help would be great.

    • ANSWER:
      Hi,
      I’ve come across many people who think patents protect them – they don’t. Just look around you – how long was it before MP3 players came on the market after the Apple iPod, for example?

      Before you spend a lot of money on a patent you need to do some hard research on how your idea/product can make money. You can do your own (free) patent searches on line and I’d be amazed if you don’t find something similar to your idea. If you look for a partner to provide funds (e.g. Angel investor) for product development, they are going to be much more interested in how much the product will make, how big the market for it is, etc. The “fact” that there’s nothing like this idea of yours on the market is a warning bell! If it is so useful, why isn’t it on the market? I’ve had many “inventors” come to me with ideas that are fine on paper (e.g. new engine with few moving parts) but they underestimate the costs involved to bring it to market as well as the limited advantages it brings over existing products.

      You can often discuss the market for your product without providing details, simply be refering to what you perceive as the advantages, and not how it would be done. You can ask “What would you pay for a product that protected your child from … whatever” or “If such and such could be done, would you use a product like that?”


Baby Toy Safety

Tuesday, December 7th, 2010 at 2:06 pm  
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Guide to Baby Toy Safety

Author: Trevor Ginn

A few simple Top Tips will keep baby safe and provide confidence to Mum & Dad that baby’s toys are safe.

These days’ manufacturers must work to very rigorous requirements and regulations to ensure that child’s toys are safe. Gone are the days of toxic paint and other materials which can cause harm.
Toys are also graded by age with small parts being excluded from baby products.

There are, however, still dangers but these can be easily managed by parents if they are aware of the risks:
Always take great care with heirloom toys which could have toxic paint or metal pins. Eyes and other parts may be removable. It is best to keep such toys out of sight and unused.

Check each toy for damage, sharp edges and any loose parts. Try the good tug test to verify that all parts are secure.

Never give a child under 4 years old any item which could cause choking. As a guide, consider any object which could fit into a 35mm film container as a potential choking hazard. Marbles, magnets, lipstick tops, pen tops are all attractive to children but can be deadly.

Ensure that toys, e.g. balls, are not left around so as to present a tripping hazard for parents. To this end, try to encourage baby to play with one toy at a time. Withdrawing and re-introducing toys can be fun for baby.

These basic tips will provide a safer environment for baby but remember that close supervision is always needed as, for instance, children can insert objects into their ears and up their noses and pencils can be dangerous if put into mouth and the child trips.

About Hello Baby

Hello Baby is a family run online nursery shop based in Bethnal Green, East London, UK.  We sell a wide range of baby toys including JellyKitten, Brio, Heimess, infantino, Plan Toys, Kid Kraft and Lamaze

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About the Author

Trevor Ginn is managing director at Hello Baby (www.hellobabydirect.co.uk) an online baby shop based in Bethnal Green, East London, UK. They sell a wide range of Toys and other baby products such as JellyKitten, prams, pushchairs, Brio, Heimess, infantino, Plan Toys, Kid Kraft, Lamaze, nursery furniture and car seats. Trevor also writes a blog on eCommerce which can be found at www.trevorginn.com

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    How can I get parts for my Safety 1st baby toy?
    The tractor that plays nursery rhyme songs and sits on top of the circular, Farm -themed, two-leveled baby seat and play center that was manufatured about three years ago stopped playing when my granddaughter threw up on it and I washed it under running water. My husband replaced the batteries, but it still won’t work.

    • ANSWER:
      go to baby r rus a baby store full of baby stuff i go there.

  2. QUESTION:
    What are the toxic-free brands of baby toys? Are brands such as Safety First and The First Years safe?
    Are these brands free of pthalates? My baby is 7 months old and she needs some toys to stimulate her. Any suggestions. Safe toys, of course.

    • ANSWER:
      No, most of the toys you will find at regular commercial toy stores do contain pthalates. The FDA and other regulatory agencies do now acknowledge any dangers in pthalates, parabens, dioxins, SLS, sodium polyacrylate, etc., so the manufacturers don’t see a need to change to more expensive materials. If you want non-toxic toys, shop at natural baby stores. Some good online stores are:

      www.cottonbabies.com
      www.wilddill.com
      www.melissaanddoug.com

  3. QUESTION:
    What are all the safety symbols for baby toys? cud u send me a link of the symbols. and what do they mean?
    I need this for my child deveopment coursework, and cant find it anywear :|

    • ANSWER:
      Here is one list http://www.askbaby.com/toy-safety.htm
      I am not sure how standardized that one is.

      Here is a US/EU “official” list

      http://www.safbaby.com/what-do-all-the-marks-and-symbols-on-toy-packages-mean

  4. QUESTION:
    What is the toy brand for a popular baby around the Northern Europe region?
    I have the baby now.

    I am looking for the educational toy and the toy for the baby.

    Could you give the popular brand and the commodity around the Northern Europe region?

    When the evaluation of the design, safety, and the function of the region is high, I very often hear it.

    • ANSWER:
      Educational Toys Planet

      http://www.educationaltoysplanet.com/

  5. QUESTION:
    Will you buy your baby toys from Mattel? After all they waited months to recall 21 million toys that harm kids
    read this.. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070912/ap_on_go_co/toy_safety

    I have a problem with a company that gives US jobs away to a communist country that treats it’s emplyees like shi_. And then when it is brought to their attention that the toys that are made there can cause serious harm to US kids doesn’t do anything about it for months. All for the bottom line! That is sick!

    How funny it is now how they beg us for their business. Will you buy Mattel toys for your children?

    • ANSWER:
      I own a toy store and we don’t deal with Mattel, so the answer is no.

      There are some brands we carry that are made in China, however. We have Thomas trains, some of which were recalled. But the manufacturer reacted quickly to recall them.

      It’s tough to be a small manufacturer of toys these days. You can either have the toys made in the US or other country with ethical practices and raise the price. Or roll the dice with china and have low prices.

      The real problem is that most consumers will do anything to save money on their kids’ toys.

      It’s ironic that they won’t spend ten dollars more for a safe toy for their kid, but will spend tens of thousands of dollars extra to buy a monster truck to tote the kids around in.

  6. QUESTION:
    What are the best baby toys for a 6month old? That can entertain her for more then 10min.?
    I have two older children, that have a wide range of toys. Any type of chew type of toy. That lights up & plays instrumental would be nice.

    She just wants to chew everything. And lover of lights & music.
    I dont have any toy or know of any toys, with these 3 types of specifications.
    Also, Safety 1st -unbreakable material.

    • ANSWER:
      My son loves his light show we bought him.. If we lie him down and put the light show on, he will just lay and watch it for over 15 mins and sometimes even falls asleep to it. It plays nursery rhymes too.

      Here’s a link to the one my son has, I find it really useful as it also distracts him long enough for me to go and get a shower etc.

      http://www.elc.co.uk/Blossom-Farm-Lavender-Lamb-Cot-Light-Show/118550,default,pd.html

  7. QUESTION:
    For people who already have had a baby :] Do I have everything I need?
    My baby boy is due in May, here’s a list of what I have so far, am I missing anything?

    .Clothes (onsies, sleepers, socks, mittens, sweaters, pants, hats, soft shoes)
    .Blankets, bath towels, wash cloths
    .Baby products (oil, wipes, lotion, soap, powder, cream, q tips etc.)
    .Carseat
    .Stroller
    .Diaper bag (already packed :])
    .Crib (sheets, mobile, positioner…)
    .Changing table
    .Bouncer
    .Swing
    .Jumper
    .Car mirror and shades
    .Baby safety set (nail clippers, thermometer, baby medicine…)
    .Baby book and photo albums
    .Bassinet
    .Baby bathtub
    .Toy chest (full of toys)
    .Bottles and breast pump

    Things I haven’t bought yet and are pretty sure I am going to are:
    .High chair
    .Gates for his playroom
    .Pillow for breastfeeding
    .Contents for overnight bag for the hospital, I have the bag with a few things in it…but not everything yet.

    Am I forgetting anything? I thinks that’s everything..

    Thanks :]
    Oh yeah the baby carrier, I almost forgot! Thanks :]

    • ANSWER:
      I agree with everything Arlene G said. It sounds like you have pretty much everything covered for the baby so don’t forget about yourself. This is coming from experience because no one even told me to take any of those things for myself. My poor husband was always having to run to the store for extra things.

      I would suggest bringing something to keep all the paperwork in. You will have lots and it’s so easy to just put them in one place so you aren’t worried about losing or forgetting them.

      Also have some healthy snacks for when the baby comes home because I know I wasn’t able to eat for more than 5 mins at a time :) . Escpecially because she had colic.

      You might want to get some baby gas drops just in case.

      And this is a personal choice but I now have a wrap for the baby and wish I had looked into them sooner so maybe you could check out those. But other than that it seems as if you are all set. Congratulations!

  8. QUESTION:
    Does anyone have the Baby Walker (Dinosaur themed) by Safety 1st?
    If so, I just wanted to know how to change the batteries out of the little purple dinosaur toy that is attached to it. Thanks a lot!

    • ANSWER:

      http://www.safety1st.com/docs/productsheet/588_9-25-2006_25610.pdf

      Didnt see too much about batteries but they have a toll free number and a website on there

      My assumption is that the toys may have individual batteries built into them. They may not be big batteries, perhaps smaller ones (watch battery size) i would check out the detachable toys and see if they have a place where you can unscrew them. If not you can probably take a flat butter knife and pop off the bottom on the dinosaur


Safe Baby Toys – Relax While Your Baby Plays

Thursday, July 29th, 2010 at 3:41 pm  
Comments (14)

You just can’t buy any kind of toys for your baby because it not only provide enjoyment to your little one, but also helps in mental development. Nowadays, a lot of options are available in the market. But the most important thing is to pick a toy which is safe and equally entertaining for your baby. Purchasing toys will keep your little one occupied while you finish the various tasks around the house.

You can go for safe baby toys like soft cuddly dolls, big building blocks with smooth surfaces, and soft balls. Your baby would love to play with simple building blocks and will make pyramids and buildings. Here are some important points you need to keep in mind before you make a purchase:

You need to keep product recalls in mind before buying: Before you purchase it is important for you to check if that particular brand has any recall in the past or not. You can find this information on the Internet itself. It is important to buy from a brand that has no bad history because your baby deserves the best.

Check the safety statements from the manufacturers: You should check out the details of published safety statements from the manufacturers before you buy a toy. Reputable online toy retailers will post manufacturer statements in their website like quality testing, lead content, and other safety details.

You need to buy age-appropriate toys: Before you make a purchase make it sure that it is appropriate for your baby’s age. If you buy toys for slightly older babies it might contain lose parts which might choke your baby if he puts it in his mouth.

It is best to follow safety guidelines while you purchase: Make sure that the toy you are purchasing doesn’t contain any small parts that can break. Consumer Product Safety Forum (CPSC) publishes many safety guidelines including a ‘toy safety shopping tips’ list. It is better to buy baby toys that are 100% safe.

To know more you can read reviews, talk to others, and search online for better results: If you have a sister or a friend who is a mother, it is better you ask her to help you. Her experience with the products will prove to be of immense help.

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