Australia mandates safety warnings for toppling furniture hazards after 28 deaths and 900+ injuries.

Australia now requires furniture suppliers to provide safety warnings for toppling furniture hazards after 28 deaths and over 900 injuries since 2000. The ACCC recommendation aims to protect children ages 4 and under, as well as older individuals, from toppling furniture incidents, which result from unsecured items like chests of drawers, wardrobes, bookshelves, and TV units.

May 06, 2024
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