Magnetic Power Banks Recalled Over Lithium-Ion Fire Hazard
The CPSC and Truststone Group recalled about 32,400 XO Poppy magnetic wireless power banks sold at TJX and Marshalls because the lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite. Here is what to do.
Warehouse Slip Prevention: Traction, Wet Floors and Fall Weather
A practical guide to warehouse slip prevention this fall, covering footwear traction, wet floor control, entrance mats, housekeeping, and the US standards behind them.
Clorox Recalls 6.3 Million Mistolin and Lestoil Cleaners Over Bacteria Risk
The CPSC and Clorox recalled about 6.3 million Mistolin and Lestoil cleaners sold in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands because they may contain Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria, a serious infection risk for vulnerable people.
Football Shoulder Pads: Fit, Sizing and Position-Specific Protection
A practical guide to football shoulder pads: how to measure and fit them, cantilever versus flat construction, position-specific protection, and what US athletic-equipment standards actually cover.
Galanz Recalls 121,680 Retro Refrigerators Over Fire Hazard After One Death
The CPSC and Galanz Americas recalled about 121,680 retro refrigerators sold at Home Depot and Amazon after internal parts can short circuit and ignite, a fire hazard tied to 34 fires and one death.
Pedestrian Visibility After Daylight Saving: Gear for Darker Commutes
When the clocks fall back, your evening walk home suddenly happens in the dark. Here is a practical, standards-based guide to pedestrian visibility gear that helps drivers see you sooner.
Leaf Blower Safety: Hearing, Eye and Debris Protection
A practical guide to leaf blower safety, covering hearing protection ratings, ANSI Z87.1 eyewear, dust masks, and simple habits that keep your fall cleanup from costing your health.
Louisville Ladder Recalls 1.77 Million Attic Stairway Ladders Over Fall Hazard
The CPSC and Louisville Ladder recalled about 1.77 million attic stairway ladders because bolts can break during use, a serious fall hazard tied to 11 incidents. A free repair kit fixes it.