There are millions of different toys out there, with hundreds of new ones on the shelves each year. With the holidays just around the corner, now it a good time for parents to be reminded of toy safety.<\/p>\n

While toys are supposed to be fun and are an important part of any child’s development, scores of kids are treated in hospital emergency departments for toy-related injuries each year. Choking is a particular risk for kids ages 3 or younger, because they tend to put objects in their mouths.<\/p>\n

Manufacturers follow certain guidelines and are closely monitored and regulated. They are required to label toys for specific age groups, but perhaps the most important thing a parent can do is to supervise play.<\/p>\n

Here are some general guidelines to keep in mind when shopping for toys:<\/p>\n

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• \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Toys made of fabric should be labeled as flame resistant or flame retardant.<\/li>\n
• \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stuffed toys should be washable.<\/li>\n
• \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Painted toys should be covered with lead-free paint.<\/li>\n
• \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Art materials should say nontoxic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Steer clear of older toys, even hand-me-downs from friends and family. Those toys might have sentimental value and are certainly cost-effective, but they may not meet current safety standards and may be so worn from play that they can break and become hazardous.<\/p>\n

  And make sure a toy isn’t too loud for your child. The noise of some rattles, squeak toys, and musical or electronic toys can be as loud as a car horn \u2014 even louder if a child holds it directly to the ears \u2014 and can contribute to hearing damage. Read more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

  If your child has suffered a critical personal injury from a defective toy, contact a Toronto personal injury lawyer with Mazin & Associates, PC for a free consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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