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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.

Safety Alerts

CPSC Warns of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard with Camping Equipment

Never use portable heaters or lanterns while sleeping in enclosed areas such as tents, campers, and other vehicles.
Download the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard with Camping Equipment safety alert
Gas Grill Fact Sheet

Before starting the grill, follow these tips for safe grill use. By following these guidelines, you can help prevent possible gas explosions or fires.
Download the Gas Grill Fact Sheet
Power Lawn Mowers

Walk-behind power mowers must meet federal safety standards. They are designed to prevent hand and foot contact with the blade. Make sure to keep children away while you are mowing.
Download the Power Lawn Mower safety alert
Riding Lawnmowers

Riding mowers should meet the latest voluntary safety standards. But take extra precautions to prevent the most common hazard scenarios, blade contact and loss of mower stability. Make sure to keep children away while you are mowing.
Download the Riding Lawnmowers safety alert
Snow Thrower Safety

Most snow thrower injuries happen when trying to clear snow from the discharge shoot or debris from auger/collectors. Always stop the engine before trying to clear the shoot or auger.
Download the Snow Thrower safety alert

Safety Guides

Guidance for Outdoor Wooden Structures

Do you have CCA-treated wood in your playground, deck or picnic table? It can be harmful to your health. Find out what you need to know to protect your health.
Download the Guidance for Outdoor Wooden Structures safety guide
Charcoal Grill Safety guide

Make sure to use charcoal grills outside only. Follow these safety tips to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning from charcoal grills.
Download the Charcoal Grill Safety guide