Trading Standards - Product Safety Trading Standards is
responsible for enforcing the laws relating to the safety of
goods we buy in the shops. We conduct surveys on particular
product categories throughout the year. We also respond to
complaints brought to us by members of the public. We may
arrange for products to be tested in a laboratory to see if they
comply with safety standards. If they don't, we can bring this
to the attention of the manufacturer and may even bring a
prosecution in serious cases. Where we find unsafe goods on sale
officers have the power to seize them and remove them from sale.
Advice is given to local producers and importers on safety
matters. Examples of common safety problems are: - Sharp edges
or points on toys - Toys with small detachable parts which could
choke - Badly designed or constructed electrical items - Toys
with toxic metals such as lead in the paint If you have a
problem, which you believe could be a safety issue, it is
important to bring it to our attention. You can d