State Member for Hornsby, Matt Kean MP, is encouraging residents to think carefully before purchasing toys and electrical products this Christmas by ensuring they are safe and comply with NSW Fair Trading guidelines.
Mr Kean's concerns come amid a recent NSW Fair Trading announcement that revealed 146 varieties of toys and 17 electrical products had been seized and removed from sale by Fair Trading in its Christmas safety blitz.
According to NSW Minister for Fair Trading, the Hon. Anthony Roberts MP, Fair Trading investigators inspected 1,133 retail outlets across 257 towns throughout NSW to identify and remove dangerous toys from sale.
Mr Kean said that residents should remain alert and check with NSW Fair Trading if they have concerns about a product's safety.
'Christmas is a time to gather with loved ones and reflect on the importance of family and friendship', Mr Kean said.
'But to ensure Christmas is a positive and happy time, residents must be weary of unsafe toys and electrical goods and exercise caution'.
'Although product safety laws exist, violations can occur and it is important that consumers remain alert'.
If residents have any suspicions or doubts about whether a toy or electrical product is safe, check with NSW Fair Trading on 13 32 20.
