How to use garden and outdoor products safely
Our product guides help you be safe when buying and using garden and outdoor products.
If ladders are unsafe or used incorrectly, they can cause serious injuries. Always make sure a ladder is in good condition before using it.
Ride-on lawn mowers pose many risks including serious injury from tipping over. They can also be risky for bystanders. Find out how to stay safe when using a ride-on lawn mower.
Banned products
Bans are placed on products when there is a risk that they may cause serious injury, serious illness or death. If a product is banned, it must not be supplied in Australia.
The permanent ban applies to sky lanterns, which are small balloons that fill with hot air using an open flame. They are then lifted into the sky which can put people at risk of serious burns or start fires.