The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a blind recall. This blind recall is one of the biggest propositions in the history of America. The blind recall has been announced after the reported deaths of 8 children, and 16 others who were almost near to death due to the cords of window blinds.
The decision of this blind recall has been made by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, in consultation with US window blind industry.
It has been publicized that every roller and Roman shade must be recalled from the market to avoid any possible hazards by the control panel of the window blind. It has been reported that around 49 Million window blind sets have been recalled.
The actual culprit is the window blind cord, that has caused severe injuries & deaths by hanging down & entrapping kids. Research suggested that the cords were hanging down & caused injuries to 16 children, and the 8 who died.
US consumer Product Safety Commission has announced that there are repair kits for consumers to fix the issues. CPSC also stopped retailers from further sales, and also asked them to recall from the market as well. The authorities also noted that after the blind recall announcement, numerous retailers were working on their own recollect the blinds from the market.
Major Blinds offers numerous child safe options to replace your recalled blinds. If you have any questions regarding your existing window blinds; their safety, or how to fix your recalled blinds give us a call at (888) 662-5672.
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