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Non-prescription contact lenses, also known as cosmetic lenses, novelty lenses, crazy lenses, fancy lenses or fashion lenses are becoming increasingly popular. The misuse of non-prescription contac...
Published: 30th November 2007. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

You don't have to fall far off a ladder to be seriously injured: 1–2 metres can be enough. At least 83 Australians, mainly men, have died after falling from a ladder over the past five years. T...
Published: 25th May 2006. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

Poster: Baby bath aids are not a safety device and should not be used as a substitute for adult supervision. This brochure and poster are part of an ACCC safety awareness campaign for use of baby b...
Published: 19th May 2005. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

Over the last three years, more than 100 serious accidents associated with treadmills have occurred in Australian homes. This brochure offers safety guidelines for protecting your children. 
Published: 6th November 2008. Electronic: free.

You don't have to fall far off a ladder to be seriously injured: 1–2 metres can be enough. At least 83 Australians, mainly men, have died after falling from a ladder over the past five years. T...
Published: 16th September 2008. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

Basketball rings installed on home exteriors may not be able to support the player's weight, making hanging or swinging on the ring extremely dangerous. Fatal and serious injuries result from falli...
Published: 16th September 2008. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

Blind and curtain cords can pose a serious risk for babies and young children. This brochure outlines several simple steps you can take to minimise risk and keep your children safe.
Published: 10th June 2011. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

The Keeping Baby Safe Booklet provides some easy steps you can take to ensure your baby remains safe in your home. The booklet shows you what to look for when purchasing infant and nursery products...
Published: 1st July 2011. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

Brochure: Parents and carers should take care when using slings and pouches to carry babies. This brochure is part of an ACCC safety awareness campaign for use of baby slings and includes some sim...
Published: 17th May 2011. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has recently conducted a major review of product recall effectiveness in Australia. The ACCC review examined the existing consumer product recall...
Published: 27th May 2010. Electronic: free; Printed: free.

Hot water bottles poster.
Published: 7th July 2010. Electronic: free.

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