ASTM International Assists U.S. Congress in review of Toy Safety Issues

摘要

Consensus standards such as ASTM F 963 exist to address toy safety issues and reduce threats to children from acute mechanical and chronic hazards involving lead and other toxic substances. While we have had great success in working cooperatively with representatives from the CPSC, industry, consumer groups and other interested stakeholders to develop ASTM standards, enhanced awareness, understanding and adherence throughout all aspects of the global supply chain will be critical in meeting emerging safety challenges of the future. Long-term solutions include a conformity assessment system that begins with the development of the most diligent technical standard possible and is followed by a testing and compliance process that affords consumers the ability to purchase products with a confidence that those products meet applicable technical and safety standards.