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BSI (British standard institution)

\-ensure the product meets the appropriate British standards and is consistently doing so.

RoHS directive (restriction of hazardous substances directives)

European directive restricts the use of hazardous materials found in electronics. prevents then from damaging human or environmental health

COSHH

the control of substances hazardous to health regulation 2002

the health and safety work act (HSWA) 1974

the main piece of legislation for British health and safety law

the two pieces of legislation that protect customers from faulty goods and services are…

customer protection act 1987

trading services act 1968

what does the lion mark indicate

shows consumers that the toy has been made with quality and safety in mind

risk assessment criteria

1) hazards

2) potential harm they may cause

3) risk and control measure implemented

4) review date

acute toxicity

gases under pressure

harmful skin irratation

flammable gases

explosive

harmful to the environment

oxidising gases, liquids or solids

carcinogen, aspiration hazard

corrosive

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