Home furnishings

Blinds and curtains with long, unsecured cords are a strangulation hazard for children. Make sure you buy blinds and curtains with safe design features and that all long cords are secured.

Candle holders that can ignite when exposed to the heat of a burning candle pose a fire risk and are permanently banned from supply in Australia.
Candles with wicks that contain lead greater than 0.06 per cent in quantity are banned in Australia.
Children are at risk of choking or suffocation when bean bags are damaged or unsafe. Make sure you buy a bean bag with a child resistant closure.

Decorative alcohol fuelled devices are designed for domestic use. They produce a flame using alcohol as fuel. While used for decoration, larger models also may provide heating. Make sure you buy a device that meets the mandatory safety standard.

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