Make sure your quad bikes meet the new safety standard
If you sell quad bikes in Australia, you will soon need to make sure your quad bikes meet certain requirements of the US or EU quad bike standards and have additional information on them to comply with...
View ArticleUrgent safety warning about 6,000 Toyota Corollas just added to Takata recall
The ACCC is warning drivers of an urgent safety risk after about 6,000 Toyota Corollas were added to the existing compulsory recall for vehicles fitted with dangerous Takata PSAN airbags.
View ArticleFirst stage quad bike safety measures now mandatory
All new and imported second hand quad bikes sold in Australia must now meet the first stage of the government’s mandatory safety standard after it came into effect on 11 October.
View ArticleButton batteries: Tiny batteries. Big danger.
Button batteries are lurking everywhere in your home. Knowing the big danger this little battery poses means you can take steps to keep your children safe.
View ArticleThousands of deadly Takata airbags remain on the streets of Australian cities
Over 90,000 cars with deadly Takata airbags are still on Australian roads according to the ACCC’s latest quarterly update, and more than half of these are located in just three of Australia’s largest...
View ArticleStay safe this summer
Many summer products can be unsafe if they are left unattended or aren’t used properly. Follow our top tips for a safe and healthy summer.
View ArticleBuying toys online: keep it safe
This World Children’s Day, we urge parents and loved ones buying toys online to check that they’re safe and to report any product safety issues, as part of an international campaign on the safety of...
View ArticleE-commerce businesses pledge to strengthen product safety online
Four of Australia’s largest e-commerce businesses have confirmed their commitment to protecting consumers from unsafe goods online after signing on to a new product safety pledge.
View ArticleCall to check for deadly airbags before the holidays
Over 65,000 vehicles with deadly Takata airbags remain on Australian roads with just four weeks until the compulsory recall deadline.
View ArticleCaravan and motorhome owners urged to check for deadly faulty water heaters...
Consumers are urged to check their caravans and recreational vehicles (RVs) for dangerous Suburban-branded water heaters which may emit deadly carbon monoxide.
View ArticleACCC welcomes safety and information standards for button batteries
The ACCC has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to improve the safety of button batteries by introducing new safety regulations.
View ArticleCar manufacturers complete 99.9 per cent of Takata airbag recall
Car manufacturers have successfully recalled 99.9 per cent of the more than 3 million vehicles affected by deadly Takata airbags which are subject to a compulsory recall.
View ArticleQuad bikes and button batteries among ACCC's 2021 product safety priorities
The ACCC will this year focus on implementation of important safety standards relating to quad bikes including preparing consumers and businesses for a mandatory requirement for operator protection...
View ArticleMyDeal.com.au commits to strengthen product safety online
MyDeal.com.au (MyDeal) has today become the latest online marketplace to confirm its commitment to protecting consumers from unsafe goods online by signing up to the Australian Product Safety Pledge...
View ArticleWell winter safety tips
Winter is here and that means products like heaters, electric blankets, hot water bottles and heat packs are coming out of storage or being purchased. These products don’t just pose a safety risk if...
View ArticleSupplier guidance released for button/coin battery standards
The ACCC has released supplier guidance for the mandatory standards for button/coin batteries and consumer goods containing button/coin batteries.
View ArticleElectrical product recalls
Many Australian homes contain dangerous electrical products that can cause serious burns and death, and have been recalled. Find out if these might be present in your home, and make sure you get a...
View ArticleA new home for road vehicle recalls
From 1 July 2021, road vehicle recalls will be published by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development and Communications.
View ArticleButton batteries: Tiny batteries. Big danger.
Button batteries are lurking everywhere in your home. Knowing the big danger this little battery poses means you can take steps to keep your children safe.
View ArticleParents urged to keep Apple AirTags away from children as safety precaution
The ACCC is urging parents to ensure Apple AirTags are kept out of the reach of young children, as the ACCC has raised safety concerns with Apple about the accessibility and security of the button...
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