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Published on February 20th, 2008

Toy Makers, Retailers Announce New Safety Policies

by Trey Granger

Environmental Leader reports that the Toy Industry Association (TIA) is endorsing a new policy of safety and testing verification in response to several 2007 toy recalls.

The TIA and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) have developed a program that will address hazardous materials and the manufacturing process of these toys. It will be released on Friday at the ANSI website and opened for one month of public comment.

To learn more about the ways that manufacturers and retailers can influence the safety of products, visit Earth 911’s recycling locator to properly dispose of your toys.

Trey Granger

Trey Granger

Trey Granger is a staff member at Earth911.com.

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