The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that the router base handles are not insulated, so there is a chance that a user may receive an electric shock when using the product. No incidents or injuries have been reported, but owners should stop using it immediately, unplug the router, and contact Porter-Cable for a…
The US Consumer Product Safety commission estimates that each year there are approximately 5,740 snowblower related injuries in the US which require medical attention. Most of the injuries are finger amputations, but now the manufacturers at All Power America may have to add fire hazards to the list. Consumer Product Safety Commission has just issued a…
It happens easily enough – someone falls, or is injured, and goes to see their doctor. The doctor prescribes a painkiller and the person leaves feeling better. Unfortunately, this is the first step to prescription painkiller addiction for many people. The problem lies with big pharmaceutical manufacturers that create and market these drugs. The companies…
Sony is recalling VAIO Flip PC laptops due to the risk of fire and burn hazards. PR Newsire reports that the computer, model number SVF11N13CXS, has lithium-ion batteries that can overheat and pose a risk of fire and burns. Sony states that consumers should cease use of the flip laptop immediately, shut it down, and…
The most important piece of safety equipment that prevents children from being injured in car accidents is a safety seat. It is so important that hospitals won’t even let you go home with your new baby until a safety car seat check is done. So it is disheartening to hear that Graco Children’s Products is…