February 06, 2008
Date of Release: For Further Information Please Call:
February 6, 2008 Christa Huegerich, Public Health Educator 435-3271
Lead Recall Toy Gardening Rake
The Onondaga County Health Department's Lead Poisoning Control Program is alerting parents of the following voluntary recall. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has determined that the product contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Product Description: The recalled toy gardening tool hand rake has a wooden handle and a plastic yellow bottom. "Backyard and beyond Garden Tools" is printed on the toy's tag which hangs from the toy's handle.
Manufacturer: Zhongshan Foods, of China
Manufactured in: China
Sold at: Various home improvement and toy stores nationwide from June 2007 through November 2007 for about $2.50.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy gardening rake away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a replacement toy hand rake. Or contact Downeast Concepts toll-free at (800) 343-2424 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.backyard-beyond.com, or email the firm at productsafety@downeastconcepts.com.
A picture of the recalled item is available at www.cpsc.gov.
Young children are especially at risk for lead poisoning because they often put non-food items in their mouth. Children with lead poisoning do not look sick. A blood lead test must be done to determine if a child has lead poisoning. If left untreated, lead poisoning can cause behavioral and learning problems. To have your child tested or for more information about lead poisoning prevention call your doctor or the Onondaga County Health Department Lead Poisoning Control Program at (315) 435-3271.
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