Product Safety And Recalls

Children's toys asbestos recall: The UK stores and products affected and what parents must do - Manchester Evening News Children's toys asbestos recall: The UK stores and products affected and what parents must do  Manchester Evening News
Your voice matters: new findings on product safety in the UK!
Office for Product Safety and Standards
Your voice matters: new findings on product safety in the UK! The Office of Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) ninth edition of consumer research has been published and builds on the previous waves by examining the public's awareness of product safety issues. Unlike other waves, this wave focused specifically on the harms and detriments experienced from a product safety issue.
OPSS continuously ...
Driving Pro-Consumer Regulatory Reform in partnership with ASEAN
Office for Product Safety and Standards
Driving Pro-Consumer Regulatory Reform in partnership with ASEAN This blog post explores how recent research from OPSS is contributing to shaping inclusive economic growth in the Philippines.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) is the UK's national product regulator, yet our commitment to research and impact extends far beyond our borders. Through The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-UK Economic Integration ...
OPSS – Real People Real Harm paddleboarding video
OPSS – Real People Real Harm paddleboarding video Sam Foyle shares the tragic death of his best friend Simon Flynn in a paddleboard incident and the impact this has had. Warning: this video contains content which some people may find distressing.
Small batteries, big solutions: the science driving button battery safety  
Office for Product Safety and Standards
Small batteries, big solutions: the science driving button battery safety   Hidden away in many toys, gadgets and novelty items, button and coin batteries provide a tiny source of power for everyday products that we all have in our homes. While their small, shiny appearance may seem harmless, these batteries can be deceptively hazardous when in the hands of curious young ...
OPSS – Real People Real Harm e-bike video
OPSS – Real People Real Harm e-bike video Maria Macarro and Alda Simoes, the mother and friend of Sofia Duarte, share the tragic story of how an ebike fire resulted in her death and the impact this has had on their lives. Warning: this video contains content which some people may find distressing. Resources with advice on ...
OPSS Halloween product safety quiz
OPSS Halloween product safety quiz Short video to test your knowledge on Halloween product safety.
OPSS Regulatory Leaders Graduate Scheme University Careers Fair
Office for Product Safety and Standards
OPSS Regulatory Leaders Graduate Scheme University Careers Fair Are you a recent graduate or in your final year of university?
Looking to kick-start your career in a role where you can make a real difference?
Join us at an upcoming university careers fair to connect with our scheme experts and discover how you can help protect consumers from product-related harm.
Our ...
Ventilation in the workplace
Ventilation in the workplace This video gives basic advice on providing adequate fresh air at work. Good ventilation can be natural, mechanical or even both. CO2 monitors don't fix poor ventilation, but they can help you assess how well ventilated an area is.
Workstation set up at home and in the office - good posture
Workstation set up at home and in the office - good posture The following video gives basic advice on how to maintain good posture.
Lone Workers
Lone Workers As an employer, you must manage any health and safety risks before people can work alone. This applies to anyone contracted to work for you, including self-employed people.
Find out more https://www.hse.gov.uk/lone-working
Low Dust Flour - #HelpGBWorkWell
Low Dust Flour - #HelpGBWorkWell Flour dust can lead to occupational asthma.
This video shows how using low dust flour will
lower flour wastage, vastly reduce dust emission
and #HelpGBWorkWell
HSE Annual Conference 2017 (Shorter version)
HSE Annual Conference 2017 (Shorter version) Highlights from HSE's inaugural annual conference held in London's QEII conference centre. Delegates were introduced to HSE’s revised sector plans and cross cutting health priorities. We launched our new national campaign ‘Go Home Healthy’ that tackles ill-health in the workplace. An experience zone was packed with health and safety ...
Product Safety Alerts, Reports and Recalls of type Product safety report of type Electrical appliances and equipment recalled/alerted between 20 May 2025 and 22 May 2025
Product Safety Report: Hoover Heat Pump Tumble Dryer (2505-0138)

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