Frequently, more than we would like, we learn about recalls of toys from the market because of their possible risk to the health of children. A few days ago, the Council of Ministers has taken a necessary step in this regard by approving a new labeling standard for dangerous toys. Specifically, in flammable toys or with chemical compounds.
It is a new decree that introduces in Spanish law the modifications made to European regulations following new classifications on the composition of toys, and that at the same time prohibits or limits the presence in toys of substances or mixtures of harmful substances for The health or safety of children.
However careful we may be when choosing our children's toys, parents sometimes do not know the danger they may have. Theirs is that the labeling be as thorough as possible and specify the risks in detail.
According to the new law, the labeling must include a warning if for "essential reasons of operation" the toy had to contain substances or mixtures that could imply some risk, such as chemical, modeling, plastic or ceramic modeling toys, Photography and others. They must also contain an indication of the precautions to be taken when handling the toy.
In addition, you must specify "in a concise manner" the dangers of the toy and mention the first aid to be provided in case of serious accidents caused by its use, as well as an indication that these toys should be kept out of the reach of very young children. short age.
Toys are one of the most dangerous consumer items, so I think that every warning is small when it comes to the safety of the little ones. Even so, there are still measures to be reinforced, for example those related to small parts and the risk of suffocation ...
