Below are links to other websites with information on products that are either subject to mandatory standards or have been banned altogether. These sites contain details that may better equip consumers and businesses to make informed decisions before selecting and/or using these products.
Bicycles and helmets
A good site to look at when seeking some guidance on bicycle safety for children is that of Kidsafe—the Child Accident Prevention Foundation of Australia. It includes information on bike safety generally, as well as information about helmets, seats, maintenance and the BikEd education program.
Making sure your children's bunk bed meets the mandatory safety standard is essential. However, even the best-designed bunk bed does not guarantee safe use. Keeping baby safe:a guide to nursery furniture provides valuable tips for parents to ensure that bunk beds are installed, maintained and used in a safe way. A product safety fact sheet, Bunk beds: complying with the mandatory standard, provides general guidance on the mandatory requirements of the safety standard.
Child restraints
A guide booklet entitled A simple guide to child restraints published by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau in August 2007 provides guidance on child car restraints generally; it also includes some information about toddler and booster seats.
Household cots for babies
Keeping baby safe: a guide to nursery furniture will help you choose a safe cot. It is very important to use a cot that meets the requirements of the mandatory safety standard. If not, the baby's safety may be jeopardised.
Jacks, including trolley jacks and support stands for motor vehicles
Using a jack that does not comply with the mandatory standard or failing to follow the safety operating instructions supplied with the jack has led to serious injury and death. Before using a jack, it is essential that all relevant instructions are read and understood. It is also very important to ensure the jack is properly maintained.
The website of the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency has valuable information about why it is necessary to wear sunglasses. The effects of the sun's ultraviolet radiation are discussed and pointers are given to help consumers choose sunglasses suitable for their requirements. To ensure an appropriate level of eye protection, it is very important to choose sunglasses that meet the person's specific needs and comply with the mandatory standard.
Unsafe and defective products—generally speaking
Consumers should bear in mind that if they are hurt or their property is damaged as because of a defective product, they may have a right to compensation under the product liability provisions of the Trade Practices Act. Consumers may initiate their own legal action in these circumstances, although in some cases the ACCC is able to take representative action on behalf of those injured. Further information may be found under the topic Product liability.
