Publications

This is a proposed ban notice for the interim ban on decorative alcohol fuelled burners.

A National Strategy has been developed by Australian Consumer Law (ACL) regulators, with the ACCC playing a coordinating role.

An Industry Code to reduce the risk of death and life threatening injuries to children from button battery ingestion has been developed by retailers, associations, and product safety consultants with input from the ACCC and state and territory consumer safety regulators.

Ladder related injuries among men aged 65 years and older are steadily increasing in Australia.

The national education campaign ‘Ladder safety matters’ encourages older Australian men to stop and think before they use a ladder.

This guide aims to help businesses supply safe goods into the Australian market.

A report on the analysis of calls to the NSW Poisons Information Centre for the period June 2014 to May 2015.

This guide will help businesses and legal practitioners understand the consumer product safety requirements of the Australian Consumer Law.

We all know that children love toys. Before you purchase toys for young children... Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

Buying online is a great way to save time and get access to a variety of products. However, make sure you understand your rights and the risks before you shop online or bid in an online auction.

Button batteries are small round silver batteries.They are attractive to young children as they are bright, shiny and easy to swallow. If a battery is swallowed, it can lead to serious burns resulting in internal bleeding or death.

Using a treadmill at home is a convenient and great way to get fit. However, if you have young children you need to take care. Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

Your baby will spend a lot of time in their cot so it’s important to keep the sleeping environment safe and secure. Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

A portable cot is great for sleepovers and travelling, but should not be used for permanent sleeping arrangements. However, you need to use it correctly to avoid injuries to your child. Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

A trampoline can be lots of fun, especially for young children. Before your child plays on a trampoline... Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

Low hanging blind and curtain cords can be a strangulation risk to young children. Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

Swimming aids and pool toys are essential items for pool time fun. Before your child uses them... Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

When you arrive at your holiday accommodation it’s important to make sure it’s safe for your family. Products you hire must also be safe. Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

From a child’s point of view, your home looks like a big playground. But there are hidden dangers they don’t recognise. Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

Bunk beds can be a great space-saving option for smaller rooms and kids love them. If your children are using bunk beds... Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

Prams and strollers help you get out and about with your baby. However, prams and strollers can roll-away or tip-over, causing serious injuries. Product of Office of Fair Trading - OFT (QLD)

This notice invites hoverboard suppliers to seek a conference with the ACCC about the interim ban. Suppliers have until COB Tuesday 29 March 2016 to request a conference.

This is the certification notice for the interim ban on unsafe hoverboards.

Attention builders and electricians. There is faulty electrical cabling in thousands of Australian homes and businesses. Time is running out before the cables become a fire or electrocution risk. You could be liable for damages or fines if you haven’t taken steps to remediate the faulty cable.

Hoverboards are wheeled ride-on devices with a single axle. They are powered by a rechargeable lithium battery via connection to a mains.