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CPSC provides free safety alerts, guides, posters, brochures, handbooks and other materials which you can use to help spread consumer product safety information in your community.
Safety Alerts and Neighborhood Safety Network Posters are only available online for you to print, post or share.
You can order printed copies of Safety Guides by e-mailing your request to info@cpsc.gov. Include the safety guide's name, link and number of copies of the safety guide you would like to order, along with your name, mailing address and e-mail address. You should receive your order in 3-4 weeks.
Keep kids away from paper shredders. Shredders can pull kids' little fingers into the shredder mechanism and cause severe injuries.
Did you know you can be electrocuted trying to repair your microwave oven? This is a job that’s best left to a professional.
GFCIs (ground fault circuit interrupters) in your home protect you from severe electrical shock.
Installing AFCIs (arc fault circuit interrupters) in your home can provide enhanced protection from fires resulting from unsafe arcing and sparking in home wiring.
Never use a ladder near overhead wires. You can be electrocuted if the ladder contacts the electrical wires.
Some aluminum wiring in older homes can be a fire risk. There are several permanent repair methods for this problem.
Do not overload or used damaged extension cords. They could cause a fire.
Spot possible safety problems with electrical products in your home before they occur.
Power up with safety. Overloaded extension cords and power strips can present a serious fire hazard.
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