August Recalls

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

1) Toys "R" Us Recalls Wooden Coloring Cases Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard

2) Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard

3) Paramount Apparel International Recalls Youth Hats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Product Sold Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops

4) Children's Watering Cans Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Ban

5) CPSC, Stokke Announce Recall of Sleepi Crib Foam Mattresses Due to Entrapment Hazard

6) Priddy "Trucks" Shaker Teether Books Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

7) Basic Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart; Drawstrings at Waist Pose Entrapment Hazard

8) Martin Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob SquarePants™ Character Address Books and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

9) Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard

10) Children’s Charm Bracelets Sold by Buy-Rite Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

11) Children’s Metal Jewelry Recalled by TOBY N.Y.C. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

12) Hampton Direct Recalls Magnetic Toy Train Sets Due to Lead Exposure Risk

13) CPSC Urges Parents to Help Children Avoid Injuries As They Head Back to School

14) Additional Reports of Magnets Detaching from Polly Pocket Play Sets Prompts Expanded Recall by Mattel

15) Mattel Recalls Doggie Day Care™ Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose

16) Mattel Recalls Barbie and Tanner™ Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose

17) Mattel Recalls “Sarge” Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard

18) Mattel Recalls Batman™ and One Piece™ Magnetic Action Figure Sets Due To Magnets Coming Loose

19) Window Blinds Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled for Repair by Springs Window Fashions Due to Strangulation Hazard

20) The Orvis Company Recalls Children's Toys Sold with Sleeping Bags Due to Choking Hazard

21) Sandal Clogs Recalled by Hanna Andersson Due to Fall Hazard

22) Fisher-Price Recalls Licensed Character Toys Due To Lead Poisoning Hazard

23) CPSC Releases the "Top Five Hidden Home Hazards"

August 30, 2007

Release #07-299

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 869-7787

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Toys "R" Us Recalls Wooden Coloring Cases Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Imaginarium Wooden Coloring Cases

Units: About 27,000

Importer/ Retailer: Toys "R" Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.

Hazard: The printed ink on the outer packaging of the wood case contains lead. Also, some of the black watercolor paint contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recall involves the Imaginarium brand 213 Piece Wooden Coloring Case which includes crayons, pastels, colored pencils, fiber pens, paintbrush, pencil, water colors, palette, white paint, ruler and pencil sharpener in a light tan wooden carrying case. The case measures about 14 inches high by 19 inches wide.

Sold by: Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from October 2006 through August 2007 for about $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the products away from children and return the item to the nearest Toys "R" Us store for store credit.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Toys "R" Us at (800) TOYSRUS/869-7787 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, and between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday, or visit the company’s Web site at www.toysrus.com

August 30, 2007

Alert #07-573

Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Zippity Hoodie and Sherpa Full Zip Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings

Units: About 400

Distributor: Life is Good Inc., of Boston, Mass.

Hazard: The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recall includes Girls “Zippity Hoodie” (style GHZCOLL) and Girls “Sherpa Full Zip Hoodie” (style GHZBASH) children’s sweatshirts. Style numbers are printed on the hang tag of the garments. The sweatshirts are brown, pink or light blue and “Life is Good” is printed on the front of the sweatshirts. The sweatshirts were sold in children’s sizes small to large.

Sold at: Independent retailers in Boston and Chatham, Mass. and Flagstaff, Ariz. from July 2007 through August 2007 for between $40 and $50.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard and contact Life is Good to receive a refund or store credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Life is Good toll-free at (888) 339-2987 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or contact the firm via e-mail at Customer_Service@lifeisgood.com

August 29, 2007

Release #07-294

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 618-7179

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Paramount Apparel International Recalls Youth Hats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Product Sold Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops

Name of Product: Toddler and Youth Nylon Bucket Hats

Units: About 500

Distributor: Paramount Apparel International Inc., of Bourbon, Mo.

Hazard: The hat has a drawstring, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description: The hat is a nylon bucket-shaped hat with mesh sides. There are nylon fabric strips on the side of the hat that snap up. The front of the hat has a zipper pocket with a silver boat-anchor appliqué with embroidered text below. The hat adjusts with a bungee drawstring sewn in the crown of the hat. A label sewn into the back inside of the hat reads “Bass Pro Shops.”

Sold: Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops retail stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $8.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled hats immediately and remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard or contact Paramount Apparel to receive a refund or replacement item.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Paramount Apparel toll-free at (866) 618-7179 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.paramountapparel.com

August 23, 2007

Release #07-286

Firm's Contact: (877) 978-6553

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

CPSC, Stokke Announce Recall of Sleepi Crib Foam Mattresses Due to Entrapment Hazard

Name of Product: Sleepi Crib Foam Mattresses

Units: About 1,000

Manufacturer: Stokke, of Kennesaw, Ga.

Hazard: The crib mattresses are not properly sized, creating a gap, posing an entrapment hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: Only oval shaped Sleepi cribs with foam mattresses sold under the following model numbers are the subject of this recall: 660321, 660320, 660301,660305, 660318, 652268, 652269, 652246, 652247 and 652248. The cribs were sold in a variety of colors, including white, walnut, natural, cherry and whitewash. The model number can be found on the packaging and underside of the crib.

Sold at: Juvenile product retailers nationwide and via the Internet from September 2006 through March 2007 for between $750 and $850.

Manufactured in: Italy

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the cribs immediately and contact Stokke LLC to receive a free replacement mattress.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Stokke toll-free at (877) 978-6553 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.stokkeusa.com

August 23, 2007

Release #07-285

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 347-9411

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Priddy "Trucks" Shaker Teether Books Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

Name of Product: Priddy "Trucks" Shaker Teether Books

Units: About 35,000

Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press, LLC, of New York, N.Y.

Hazard: Small pieces of the teether can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: St. Martin's Press has received two reports of children biting off pieces of the teethers. No injuries reported.

Description: The recalled cloth teether book entitled "trucks" has a yellow dump truck on the front cover on a blue background. Attached to the top of the book is a yellow rattle with a green teether attached on the right side of the rattle and an orange teether attached to the left side of the rattle.

Sold at: Barnes & Noble and other bookstores and retailers nationwide from January 2006 to June 2007 for about $7.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these toys away from young children and contact St. Martin's Press for instructions on returning the product for a free replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact St. Martin's Press at (800) 347-9411 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.priddybooks.com/recall

August 23, 2007

Release #07-284

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 659-7026

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Basic Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart; Drawstrings at Waist Pose Entrapment Hazard

Name of Product: Basic Editions-brand Girls' Clothing Sets

Units: About 4,700

Importer: Millennium Apparel Group, of New York, N.Y.

Hazard: The recalled shirts have drawstrings at the waist. Children can get entangled or caught in a vehicle door and can be dragged, posing a serious risk of injury or death. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments.

Incidents/Injuries: None.

Description: The two Basic Edition-brand girls' sets have fully tunneled waist drawstrings and two-fer style layered shirts. One set has a light green screen print top with "Varsity Club Winning Attitude" text, over a white shirt, paired with turquoise cuff shorts. The second set has an orange screen print top with "Paradise University Girls Club" text, over a white shirt paired with light green knit shorts. Both sets were sold in the following girls' sizes: 4/5, 6/6X, 7/8, and 10/12.

Sold Exclusively at: Kmart stores nationwide from March 2007 through May 2007 for between $10 and $13 per set.

Manufactured in: Egypt

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, or visit Kmart’s Web site at www.kmart.com

August 22, 2007

Release #07-283

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 898-0261

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Martin Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob SquarePants™ Character Address Books and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Name of Product: SpongeBob SquarePants™ Address Books and Journals

Units: About 250,000

Importer: Martin Designs Inc., of Ashland, Ohio

Hazard: The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None.

Description: The recall involves address books and journals with SpongeBob SquarePants™ character on the front cover and a black metal spiral binding. The UPC numbers (80773007505 for the address book and 80773002260 and 80773075501 for the journal) are printed on the back covers.

Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from June 2006 through July 2007 for about $2.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled address books and journals away from children. Consumers should remove the UPC as proof of ownership and contact Martin Designs Inc. for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Martin Designs Inc. toll-free at (866) 898-0261 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.martindesigns-ltd.com

August 22, 2007

Release #07-282

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 767-8697

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Note: there is a subsequent recall of additional spinning tops

Name of Product: Spinning Tops and Tin Pails

Units: About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails

Importer: Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.

Hazard: Surface paints on the wooden handles of the tops and pails contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None.

Description: The recalled tops and pails are primarily metal and have wooden handles. The tops are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or a circus scene. The pails are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or in a solid red or yellow color. Tops with plastic handles are not included in this recall.

Sold at: Specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from July 2001 through September 2002. The tops were sold for about $13. The pails were sold for about $6.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Schylling at (800) 767-8697 between 9 am and 5 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.schylling.com

August 22, 2007

Release #07-281

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 777-7952

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Children’s Charm Bracelets Sold by Buy-Rite Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Name of Product: Children’s Divine Inspiration Charm Bracelets

Units: About 7,900

Importer: Buy-Rite Designs Inc., of Freehold, N.J.

Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled charm bracelets have silver-colored charms, including angels, crosses, and hearts, and clear and pink beads that hang from a silver-colored chain.

Sold at: Dollar stores and other small retail stores nationwide from March 2004 through August 2007 for about $1.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return it to the store, contact Buy-Rite for information on how to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Buy-Rite at (888) 777-7952 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.buyriteinc.com

August 22, 2007

Release #07-280

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 235-0588

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Children’s Metal Jewelry Recalled by TOBY N.Y.C. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Note: this recall has been expanded.

Name of Product: TOBY & ME Jewelry Sets

Units: About 14,000

Importer: TOBY N.Y.C., of New York, N.Y.

Hazard: The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The three recalled jewelry sets include: a princess pink and clear crystal bead necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic crown pendant; a pink and white pearl necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic poodle pendant; and a pink pearl necklace, earrings and ring set. All sets are sold in a pink gift box with “TOBY & ME” printed on the front and “TOBY & ME” hangtags attached to the packaging.

Sold at: T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and A.J.Wright from August 2006 through May 2007 for about $8.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on receiving a full refund or replacement item.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact TOBY N.Y.C. toll-free at (866) 235-0588 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm at info@tobynyc.com

August 21, 2007

Alert #07-570

Hampton Direct Recalls Magnetic Toy Train Sets Due to Lead Exposure Risk

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Magnetic Toy Train Sets

Units: About 27,000

Importer: Hampton Direct, of Williston, Vt.

Hazard: The paint on the trains contains excessive amounts of lead, posing a risk of lead exposure to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: None.

Description: This recall involves Magnetic Alphabet and Number train sets. The train sets include a wooden engine, caboose, letters and numbers. The miniature train sets are sold in a rainbow of colors and have either a letter or number attached to the top of a base with four wooden wheels. The alphabet train set contains 28 pieces, and the number train set contains 12 pieces. Each car in the train set is 2 ½ x 2 ½ x 2 inches in size.

Sold by: Johnson Smith Company, The Paragon Gifts Inc., and Starcrest Products of California catalogues nationwide from December 2005 through July 2007 for about $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using and dispose of the recalled trains. Consumers of record of these three above catalogues will receive a letter in the mail with further information on how to obtain a free replacement train.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Hampton Direct at (800) 208-4050 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.hamptondirect.com - consumers can also e-mail the firm at trainrecall@hamptondirect.com

August 15, 2007

Release #07-277

CPSC Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7800

CPSC Urges Parents to Help Children Avoid Injuries As They Head Back to School

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Your kids may already know their ABCs, but do you know the ABCs of keeping your children safe as they head back to school? The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents to put safety at the top of their lists of things to do and to pay special attention to helmets, art materials, and back-to-school clothing this fall.

Parents and school officials should also look for hidden hazards on playgrounds and on soccer fields that could sideline children with injuries or may even be deadly.

CPSC offers the following ABCs of back-to-school safety:

A Always wear the right helmet for the activity.

Wearing a helmet significantly reduces the risk of a head injury and can save your child’s life. Bicycle helmets, for instance, can reduce the risk of head injury by as much as 85 percent.

There are different helmets for different activities. Each type of helmet is made to protect the head from the impacts that are common to a particular sport or activity. For the best protection, make sure your child wears the right helmet whether it’s for biking, football or baseball.

Fit is important. A helmet should be comfortable and snug, level on the head and securely buckled so it doesn’t move or fall off during a fall or collision.

For more information on helmet safety, go to CPSC’s publication “Which Helmet for Which Activity” at www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/349.pdf

B Be safe on the playground and on the soccer field.

Hidden hazards can lurk on the playground or sports field. More than 200,000 children each year visit hospital emergency rooms due to injuries received on playgrounds.

To prevent the most common type of playground injury -- a child falling from equipment -- make sure there is at least a nine inch layer of shock absorbing surface material made of wood chips, mulch, sand, or pea gravel, or safety-tested rubber or fiber material mats underneath and around playground equipment.

Cover exposed hardware that can catch clothing, and remove any free-hanging ropes. Both are strangulation hazards.

On the soccer field, work with your school to ensure portable soccer goals are securely anchored when in use. Movable soccer goals can fall over and kill or injure children who climb on them or hang from the crossbar. Since 1979, CPSC has reports of at least 28 deaths associated with soccer goals.

C Care with clothing and art materials.

Don’t buy jackets or sweatshirts, or any upper outerwear for children, if they have hood or neck drawstrings. Remove drawstrings from hoods or around the necks of jackets and sweatshirts in your children’s closets. Drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard because they can get caught on playground equipment or other products. Over the past 20 years, CPSC has received reports of 23 deaths and 64 non-fatal incidents involving the entanglement of children’s clothing drawstrings.

Art should be fun, not dangerous. Make sure any new art materials you buy or that your school uses contain the statement, “CONFORMS TO ASTM D-4236.” Check older art materials to see if they’ve been recalled at www.cpsc.gov

For more information on back-to-school safety, go to CPSC’s “Back to School Safety Checklist,” at www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/btsimage.html

August 14, 2007

Release #07-273

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 597-6597

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Additional Reports of Magnets Detaching from Polly Pocket Play Sets Prompts Expanded Recall by Mattel

Name of Products: Various Polly Pocket dolls and accessories with magnets

Units: About 7.3 million play sets (about 2.4 million play sets were recalled on November 21, 2006)

Importer: Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.

Hazard: Small magnets inside the dolls and accessories can come loose. The magnets can be found by young children and swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.

Incidents/Injuries: Since the previous recall announcement, Mattel has received more than 400 additional reports of magnets coming loose. CPSC was aware in the first recall announcement of 170 reports of the magnets coming out of the recalled toys. There had been three reports of serious injuries to children who swallowed more than one magnet. All three suffered intestinal perforations that required surgery.

Description: The recalled Polly Pocket play sets contain plastic dolls and accessories that have small magnets. The magnets measure 1/8 inch in diameter and are embedded in the hands and feet of some dolls, and in the plastic clothing, hairpieces and other accessories to help the pieces attach to the doll or to the doll’s house. The model number is printed on the bottom of the largest pieces on some of the play sets. Products manufactured after November 1, 2006 and are currently on store shelves are not included in this recall. Contact Mattel if you cannot find a model number on your product to determine if it is part of the recall.

Sold at: Toy stores and various other retailers from May 2003 through November 2006 for between $15 and $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a voucher for a replacement toy of the customer’s choice, up to the value of the returned product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.service.mattel.com

Polly Pocket Magnetic Play Sets Item Number Product Image

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Hangin' Out House™ Playset B2632

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Treetop Clubhouse™ Playset B3158

Polly Pocket!™ Spa Day™ Caboodle Asst. B3201

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Gameroom Garage™ Playset B3211

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Totally Tiki Diner™ Playset B7118

Polly Pocket!™ Quik-Clik™ Boutique G8605

Polly Pocket!™ Quik-Clik™ City Pretty™ Playset (Lila™) H1537

Polly Pocket!™ Quik-Clik™ Sporty Style™ Playset (Lea™) H1538

Polly Pocket!™ Quik-Clik™ Totally Zen™ Playset (Shani™) H3211

Polly Pocket!™ Fashion Polly™ Happenin' Pet Salon™ Playset 55503

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Magnetic Additions Assortment B2631

Polly Pocket!™ Lunchbox Cafe™ Playset B3203

Polly Pocket!™ School Time Fun™ Playset B3204

Polly Pocket!™ Lip Gloss Studio™ Playset B3207

Polly Pocket!™ Glitter Boutique™ Playset B3209

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Dip N' Dive Pool™ Playset B3210

Polly Pocket!™ Birthday Suprise (INTL) B3396

Polly Pocket!™ Dazzlin' Pet Show™ Divine Dogs™ B7078

Polly Pocket!™ Dazzlin' Pet Show™ Magic Rabbits™ B7082

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Sweet Treats™ Playset B7125

Polly Pocket!™ Mailbox Surprise™ Playset B7127

Polly Pocket!™ Stretch Polly Disco Lamp B7128

Polly Pocket!™ Jewlery Box Bedroom™ Playset B7129

Polly Pocket!™ Polly Place™ Party On The Go!™ Playset B8478

Polly Pocket!™ Spa Day™ Playset B9521

Polly Pocket!™ Lunchbox Cafe™ Playset B9522

Polly Pocket!™ School Time Fun™ Playset B9523

Polly Pocket!™ Glitter Puff B9525

Polly Pocket!™ Spa Day™ Playset B9578

Polly Pocket!™ Boutique On The Go™ Playset B9929

Polly Pocket!™ Mailbox Surprise™ Playset C0504

Polly Pocket!™ Jewelry Box Bedroom™ Playset C0505

Polly Pocket!™ Disco Lamp C1341

Polly Pocket!™ Disco Lamp C1342

Polly Pocket!™ Mermaid Stars™ Playset G8602

Polly Pocket!™ Quick Click™ Playset G8606

Polly Pocket!™ Snow Cool™ Hotel Playset G8612

Polly Pocket!™ Quik-Clik™ House of Style™ Playset G8614

Polly Pocket!™ Totally Beadiful™ Jewelry Maker G8615

Polly Pocket!™ Quick Click™ Penthouse G8616

Polly Pocket!™ Quik-Clik™ Movie Time™ Playset (Lila™) H1553

Polly Pocket!™ Pollywood™ Limo-Scene™ Vehicle J1659

Polly Pocket!™ Pollywood™ Dial-A-Style™ Lila™ Doll J1661

Polly Pocket!™ Pollywood™ Dial-A-Style™ Lea™ Doll J1662

Polly Pocket!™ Stickin' 2 Style™ Doll J1670

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Rockin' Theme Park™ Playset J1681

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Dress N' Drive™ Lounge Playset J1687

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Theme Park Party™ Quick Clik™ Doll and Fashions J1695

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Quick Clik™ Polly™ Doll J4169

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Quick Clik™ Crissy™ Doll J4170

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Quick Clik™ Lea™ Doll J4171

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Quick Clik™ Shanil™ Doll J4172

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Costume Cart (Lea™) Playset J9305

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Gift Shop (Lila™) Playset J9306

Polly Pocket!™ Twirl & Swirl™ Beauty Case J9648

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Dial-A Song Polly Fashions J9965

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Kerstie Fashions J9966

Polly Pocket!™ Pollyworld™ Rockin' Tour Bus™ K3460

Polly Pocket!™ Quik-Clik™ Pool Party™ Playset (Lila™) H1554

August 14, 2007

Release #07-272

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 597-6597

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Mattel Recalls Doggie Day Care™ Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose

Name of Product: Doggie Day Care™ play sets

Units: About 1 million

Importer: Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.

Hazard: Small magnets inside the toys can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received two reports of magnets coming loose. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled Doggie Day Care play sets have various figures and accessories that contain small magnets.

Product # Name

H1532 Doggie Day Care Coco

H1533 Doggie Day Care Sparley

G4461 Doggie Day Care Lula and Baby

G4462 Doggie Day Care Crockett and Baby

G4464 Doggie Day Care Taffy and Baby

G4459 Doggie Day Care Snack Time with Cookie

G4460 Doggie Day Care Diaper Change with Ginger

H1530 Doggie Day Care Ice Cream with Ranger

G9703 Doggie Day Care Puppy Park with Dixie

G4457 Doggie Day Care Dream House Nursery with Honey

G4458 Doggie Day Care Bath Time with Beau

Sold at: Toy stores and various other retailers nationwide from July 2004 to August 2007 for between $4 and $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at www.service.mattel.com

August 14, 2007

Release #07-271

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 597-6597

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Mattel Recalls Barbie and Tanner™ Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose

Name of Product: Barbie and Tanner™ play sets

Units: About 683,000

Importer: Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.

Hazard: A small magnet inside the “scooper” accessory can come loose. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of magnets coming loose. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall involves Barbie and Tanner™ play sets -- model numbers J9472 and J9560. The toys include a “scooper” accessory with a magnetic end. Recalled scoopers have a visible, silver-colored, disc-shaped magnet on the end of the scooper. Scoopers with a white material covering the magnet and products manufactured after January 31, 2007 are not recalled.

Sold at: Toy stores and various other retailers nationwide May 2006 to August 2007 for about $16.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at www.service.mattel.com

August 14, 2007

Release #07-270

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 916-4997

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Mattel Recalls “Sarge” Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard

Name of Product: “Sarge” die cast toy cars

Units: About 253,000

Importer: Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.

Hazard: Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recall involves die cast “Sarge” 2 ½ inch toy cars. The toy looks like a military jeep and measures about 2 ½ inches long by 1 inch high by 1 inch wide. The recalled toy has the markings “7EA” and “China” on the bottom. The “Sarge” toy car is sold alone or in a package of two, and may have the product number M1253 (for single cars) and K5925 (for cars sold as a set) printed on the packaging. The cars marked “Thailand” are not included in this recall.

Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $7 and $20 (depending on whether they were sold individually or in sets).

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel. Consumers will need to return the product to receive a replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Mattel at (800) 916-4997 anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at www.service.mattel.com

August 14, 2007

Release #07-269

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 597-6597

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Mattel Recalls Batman™ and One Piece™ Magnetic Action Figure Sets Due To Magnets Coming Loose

Name of Product: Batman™ and One Piece™ magnetic action figure sets

Units: About 345,000

Importer: Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.

Hazard: Small, powerful magnets inside the accessories of the toy figures can fall out and be swallowed or aspirated by young children. If more than one magnet is swallowed, they can attract inside the body and cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage which can be fatal.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm is aware of 21 incidents where a magnet fell out of the toy figure, including a case of a 3-year-old boy who was found with a magnet in his mouth. The boy did not swallow the magnet and no injuries have been reported to Mattel and CPSC.

Description: The recalled Batman™ toys include:

The Batman™ Magna Battle Armor™ Batman™ figure with model number J1944,

The Batman™ Magna Fight Wing™ Batman™ figure with model number J1946,

The Batman™ Secret ID™ figure with model number J5114, and

The Batman™ Flying Fox™ figure with model number J5115. The seven inch tall action figures include the Batman logo on the front and include magnetic accessories. The model number is located on the lower right corner of the tag which is sewn to the figure.

The recalled One Piece™ toy is:

One Piece™ Triple Slash Zolo Roronoa™ figure with model number J4142. The 5 ½ inch tall action figure has green hair, black pants, and has magnets in his hands which connect to magnets on various swords that the figure can hold. The model number is printed on the back of the action figure’s left leg.

Sold at: Discount department stores and toy stores nationwide from June 2006 through June 2007 for about $11.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the toy and contact Mattel for instructions on how to return it to receive a free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Mattel toll-free (888) 597-6597 anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at www.service.mattel.com

August 3, 2007

Release #07-262

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 305-8652

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Window Blinds Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled for Repair by Springs Window Fashions Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firms named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Basic Blindz® Window Blinds

Units: About 140,000

Importer: Springs Window Fashions LLC, of Middleton, Wis.

Hazard: The window blinds have a pull cord that is looped, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves two inch Natural Faux Wood Plantation Blinds sold under the Basic Blindz® brand. The blinds have a yellow steel top rail, also called the head rail, a cord tilter on the left side (to tilt the slats open or closed), and a double pull cord that meets at a cord connector and ends in a single cord on the right side (to raise and lower the blinds). Stickers inside the top rail state: "Springs Window Fashion LLC, Middleton, WI 53562," "Made in China," and "Manufacturing Date Code." Blinds with manufacturing date codes JX, JY, JZ, KO, KP, KQ, KR, KS, and KT are included in the recall.

The following item numbers are located on the window blind's packaging.

Item # (SWF) Item # (Lowe's) Description

75-4270-27 251072 Basic Blindz® 23x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4271-27 251075 Basic Blindz® 27x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4272-27 251078 Basic Blindz® 29x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4273-27 251080 Basic Blindz® 30x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4274-27 251083 Basic Blindz® 31x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4275-27 251085 Basic Blindz® 32x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4276-27 251088 Basic Blindz® 34x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4277-27 251090 Basic Blindz® 35x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4278-27 251093 Basic Blindz® 36x64 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4290-27 253063 Basic Blindz® 34x72 Faux Wood - Natural

75-4291-27 253064 Basic Blindz® 35x72 Faux Wood - Natural

Sold at: Lowe's stores from March 2007 through July 2007 for between $24 and $40.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled window blinds and contact Springs Window Fashions to receive a free retrofit kit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Springs Window Fashions toll-free at (866) 305-8652 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.springswindowfashions.com

August 3, 2007

Release #07-261

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 531-6199

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

The Orvis Company Recalls Children's Toys Sold with Sleeping Bags Due to Choking Hazard

Name of Product: Stuffed Plush Horse/Pillows and Fairy Dolls

Units: About 220 Horses and 1,300 Fairy Dolls

Distributor: The Orvis Company, of Manchester, Vt.

Importer: Carstens Inc., of Burlington, Wash.

Hazard: The plastic button eyes on the stuffed horse and the pompom nose on the fairy doll toy can easily detach, posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Description:

Stuffed Horse: The plush brown horse/pillow was sold as an accessory with the purchase of a Horse Animal Sleeping Bag. The horse pillow has outstretched fore and back legs, a bushy black mane and tail and attaches to the sleeping bag with a hook/loop attachment on the belly of the horse. Stuffed horses with eyes directly embroidered on the plush fabric are not included in the recall.

Fairy Doll: The Fairy Doll toy was sold as an accessory with the purchase of a Unicorn Animal Sleeping Bag. The stuffed fairy doll has a sewn-on pompom nose, a pink satin dress with glitter netting as a ruffled collar, sleeves and dress apron. The doll attaches to the sleeping bag with a hook/loop attachment on the bag and between the doll's wings. The fairy doll is one of three toys that attach to the sleeping bag. Also included are a large unicorn pillow and small flat unicorn. The unicorn attachments are not included in the recall.

Sold through: The Orvis Company mail-order catalogue and the firm's Web site from September 2006 through December 2006 for about $70.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should take these toys away from young children immediately and contact the firm to obtain a refund or replacement horse and fairy doll. Consumers can continue to use the sleeping bags while waiting to receive replacement toys.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Orvis Company toll-free at (866) 531-6199 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.orvis.com/recall

August 3, 2007

Alert #07-568

Sandal Clogs Recalled by Hanna Andersson Due to Fall Hazard

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Birchwood Sole Sandal Clogs

Units: About 3,900

Importer/Distributor: Hanna Andersson Inc., of Portland, Ore.

Manufacturer: Skottens Skor, of Vretstorp, Sweden

Hazard: The leather ankle strap can tear or separate from the clog sole, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: None.

Description: The recalled sandals have a birchwood sole and leather straps. They come in different colors (blue, pink and black) and were sold in European sizes 25-41. The bottom of the wooden sole has rubber grips. The words "Hanna Andersson" and "Made in Sweden" are printed on the sole.

Sold at: Hanna Andersson stores nationwide, its catalog, and Web site from January 2007 through July 2007 for between $48 and $58.

Manufactured in: Sweden

Remedy: Customers should immediately stop using the recalled Sandals and contact Hanna Andersson for instructions on returning the item for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Hanna Andersson at (800) 222-0544 between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT daily, e-mail customerservice@hannaandersson.com, or it the firm's Web site at www.hannaandersson.com

August 2, 2007

Release #07-257

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 916-4498

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Fisher-Price Recalls Licensed Character Toys Due To Lead Poisoning Hazard

Name of Product: Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, and other children's toys

Units: About 967,000

Importer: Fisher-Price Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y.

Hazard: Surface paints on the toys could contain excessive levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled involves various figures and toys that were manufactured between April 19, 2007 and July 6, 2007 and were sold alone or as part of sets. The model names and product numbers for the recalled toys, which are all marked with "Fisher-Price," are listed below. The toys may have a date code between 109-7LF and 187-7LF marked on the product or packaging.

Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $5 and $40.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price. Consumers will need to return the product and will receive a voucher for a replacement toy of the consumer's choice (up to the value of the returned product).

Consumer Contact: For additional information contact Fisher-Price at (800) 916-4498 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com

Product List:

Product Name Product Number

Elmo Light Up Musical Pal 33662

Ernie Light Up Musical Pal 33663

Big Bird Light Up Musical Pal 33664

Elmo Stacking Rings 34658

Elmo Tub Sub 39038

Sesame Street Shape Sorter 39054

Elmo Keyboard 87946

Ernie Splashin' Fun Trike 90267

Elmo Collectible 90609

Cookie Collectible 90611

Zoe Collectible 90612

Ernie Collectible 90613

Big Bird Collectible 90614

Construction Playset 90745

Elmo Boom Box 93068

Action Fire Engine 93107

Press 'n Go Elmo 93307

Press 'n Go Cookie Monster 93308

Cookie Saxophone 93492

Elmo's Guitar 93493

Splash Tub Puzzle 93615

Music and Lights Phone 93780

Count to Beat Elmo B7554

Shake, Giggle & Roll B7888

Elmo in The Giggle Box B7987

Silly Parts Talking Elmo B7989

Dora's Talking House B9620

Dora, Backpack, Perrito Figure Pack C6908

Diego Figure Pack C6909

Swiper Figure Pack C6910

Boots, Tico Figure Pack C6911

Dora Talking Vamonos Van G3825

Sing With Elmo's Greatest Hits G5112

Giggle Doodler G9717

Grow with Me Elmo Sprinkler H2943

Cousin Daisy H3343

Birthday Dora H3344

Elmo & Pals (Elmo, Cookie, Ernie) H5569

Elmo & Pals (Elmo, Zoe, Bigbird) H5570

Dora Figures in Tube H4187

Water Fun Tote H4628

Dora 3 Pack Figures In Tube H8236

Blue 3 Pack Figures in Tube H8237

Sponge Bob 3 Pack Figures in Tube H8238

Chef Dora H9124

Bedtime Dora H9125

Giggle Grabber Ernie H9186

Giggle Grabber Oscar the Grouch H9188

Diego Talking Field Journal J0338

Go Diego Go Antarctic Rescue J0343

Go Diego Go Deep Sea Rescue J0344

Go Diego Go Mountain Rescue J0345

Go Diego Go Talking Rescue 4 x 4 J0346

Giggle Grabber Soccer Elmo J5935

Giggle Grabber Chef Cookie Monster J5936

Sesame Street Giggle Toolbelt J6537

Queen Mami J6762

Royal Boots and Tico J6763

Prince Diego J6765

Sesame Street Tub Pots & Pans J7983

Sesame Street Giggle Drill J9518

Dora's Talking Pony Place J9692

Twins Nursery K0617

Diego - Talking Gadget Belt K3414

Go Diego Go Mobile Rescue Unit K3571

Fairytale Adventure Dora K3580

Go Diego Go Dinosaur Rescue K4139

Toucan Motorcycle Rescue K4140

Dora Figure L0305

Suprise Inside Diego Eggs L3194

Sesame Street Elmo Jack-In-The-Box L3215

Sesame Street Birthday Figure Pack L3488

Sesame Street Super Boom Box L3507

Birthday Dora L5202

Diego Tub trike L5813

Pablo & Pals L8905

Dora Figures Dora & Kitty M0351

Dora Figures Diego & Bear M0352

Go Diego Go Talking Gadget M0524

Sesame Street Giggle Doodler M0527

Dora's Talking House M0732

Let's Go Rescue Center M2051

Fairytale Castle M2052

August 1, 2007

Release #07-256

CPSC Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7800

CPSC Releases the "Top Five Hidden Home Hazards"

Safety Agency Places Popular Magnetic Toys on the List of Deadly Dangers

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Whether it is an apartment, duplex or single-family residence, the home is a place that is supposed to give families a feeling of safety and security. For many Americans families however, an injury or death of a loved one can turn this place of happiness into one of tragedy.

Each year, 33.1 million people are injured by consumer products in the home. Some hazards are from products the Agency has warned about for years; others come from new products and technologies. To keep Americans informed of dangers, the CPSC has identified the Top Five Hidden Home Hazards – associated with products that people may be using everyday, but are unaware of the dangers that they can cause. These home hazards are often unseen or unnoticed by consumers.

"The home is where people feel comfortable and secure, but constant awareness is the key to keeping families safe," said Acting Chairman Nancy Nord. "CPSC is aiming to increase awareness of the hidden hazards around the home in order to help consumers protect against these dangers."

With no or very little investment, incidents and injuries from these dangers are preventable. Simply by being aware of these Top Five Hidden Home Hazards, many lives can be spared and life-altering injuries avoided:

Magnets

Since 2005:

1 Death, 86 Injuries;

8 million magnetic toys recalled. Today's rare-earth magnets can be very small and powerful making them popular in toys, building sets, and jewelry. As the number of products with magnets has increased, so has the number of serious injuries to children. In several hundred incidents, magnets have fallen out of various toys and been swallowed by children. Small intact pieces of building sets that contain magnets have also been swallowed by children. If two or more magnets, or a magnet and another metal object are swallowed separately, they can attract to one another through intestinal walls and get trapped in place. The injury is hard to diagnose. Parents and physicians may think that the materials will pass through the child without consequence, but magnets can attract in the body and twist or pinch the intestines, causing holes, blockages, infection, and death, if not treated properly and promptly.

Watch carefully for loose magnets and magnetic pieces and keep away from younger children (less than 6). If you have a recalled product with magnets, stop using it, call the company today, and ask for the remedy.

Recalled Products

Each year there about 400 recalls. CPSC is very effective at getting dangerous products off store shelves, such as recalled toys, clothing, children's jewelry, tools, appliances, electronics and electrical products. But once a product gets into the home, the consumer has to be on the lookout. Consumers need to be aware of the latest safety recalls to keep dangerous recalled products away from family members.

Get dangerous products out of the home. Join CPSC's "Drive To One Million" campaign and sign up for free e-mail notifications at https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx - an e-mail from CPSC is not spam – it could save a life.

Tip-overs

Average of 22 deaths per year;

31 in 2006 and an estimated 3,000 injuries. Furniture, TVs and ranges can tip over and crush young children. Deaths and injuries occur when children climb onto, fall against or pull themselves up on television stands, shelves, bookcases, dressers, desks, and chests. TVs placed on top of furniture can tip over causing head trauma and other injuries. Items left on top of the TV, furniture, and countertops, such as toys, remote controls and treats might tempt kids to climb.

Verify that furniture is stable on its own. For added security, anchor to the floor or attach to a wall. Free standing ranges and stoves should be installed with anti-tip brackets.

Windows & Coverings

Average of 12 deaths annually from window cords;

Average of 9 deaths and an estimated 3,700 injuries to children annually from window falls. Children can strangle on window drapery and blind cords that can form a loop. Parents should use cordless blinds or keep cords and chains permanently out of the reach of children. Consumers should cut looped cords and install a safety tassel at the end of each pull cord or use a tie-down device, and install inner cord stays to prevent strangulation. Never place a child's crib or playpen within reach of a window blind.

The dangers of windows don't end with window coverings and pull cords. Kids love to play around windows. Unfortunately, kids can be injured or die when they fall out of windows. Do not rely on window screens. Window screens are designed to keep bugs out, not to keep kids in.

Safeguard your windows: repair pull cords ending in loops and install window guards or stops today.

Pool & Spa Drains

15 injuries, 2 fatalities from 2002-2004. The suction from a pool drain can be so powerful that it can hold an adult under water, but most incidents involve children. The body can become sealed against the drain or hair can be pulled in and tangled. Missing or broken drain covers are a major reason many entrapment incidents occur. Pool and spa owners can consider installing a Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS), which detects when a drain is blocked and automatically shuts off the pool pump or interrupts the water circulation to prevent an entrapment.

Every time you use a pool or spa, inspect it for entrapment hazards. Check to make sure appropriate drain covers are in place and undamaged.

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