Things to consider when buying toys
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued these toy safety tips:
* Look for toy labels that give age and safety recommendations.
* Select toys to suit a child’s age, abilities, skills and interest level.
* For children under 3, avoid toys with small parts, which could cause choking.
* For children under 6, avoid toys with small magnets, which could cause serious injury or death if swallowed.
* For children under 8, avoid toys with sharp edges and points.
* Helmets and safety gear should fit properly and be worn by children using riding toys such as bicycles, scooters, skateboards or skates.
* Improper use of projectile toys, such as rockets or darts, could result in serious eye injuries. They should be used only by older children.
* Battery chargers and adapters can pose a burn hazard for children.
* Immediately discard plastic wrappings on toys.
* Keep toys that are appropriate for older children away from younger children.
* Stay informed by signing up to receive direct e-mail notification of recalls at www.cpsc.gov.
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