Given the heightened concerns and awareness among US consumers regarding imported product safety issues, as well as today's businesses' strong involvement with product safety assurance, it is imperative for family and consumer science educators to understand issues surrounding the safety of consumer products. This study analysed product recall data from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) specific to infant and children's products. The results indicated a high proportion of recalls from China as well as a high number of deaths/injuries related to strangulation, lead paint or falls. Commonly recalled products included hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings, baby cribs and children's jewellery. Educators in the textile and apparel field may want to incorporate information on the US CPSC, safety standards and various hazard types into their curriculum. Knowledge of potential hazards of these products would help students be better prepared for the future workforce.
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