The Toy Association is educating families about safe toy shopping this holiday season
NEW YORK, November 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — With the holiday shopping season in full swing, The Toy Association is offering parents, grandparents and other gift givers as part of the 2ndnd annual Toy Safety Awareness Month. Throughout November, The Toy Association and its toy manufacturers and retailers will provide parents and carers with information on safe toy shopping, toy choice and safe play at home.
“Our members work year-round to design, manufacture and deliver products that meet over 100 strict federal safety standards and tests designed to protect children at play,” he said Johanna Lawrence, Toy Association’s “Toy Safety Mom” and Senior Vice President of Standards and Regulatory Affairs. “However, safety is a partnership between industry and consumers, and Toy Safety Awareness Month aims to equip families with the resources they need to ensure every play date is both fun and safe.”
As families prepare for a fun-filled vacation, they’re encouraged to stay safe with these essential tips PlaySafe.org:
Tip 1: Avoid fake toys
A recent survey of 2,000 US parents conducted by OnePoll on behalf of The Toy Association found that 41% of parents would be tempted to buy a hot-ticket item for their child if it were available from an online seller at a much cheaper price Price sold would not have been familiar. The Toy Association urges buyers to research products and sellers before purchasing to avoid potential counterfeits and ensure children are gifted toys that meet all safety standards.
It’s always better to buy the real thing or wait for a trusted retailer to restock the product you’re looking for than to buy a “fake” toy or a cheaper alternative that gives it the potential to be unsure. Learn how to spot fakes by reading ours Toy shopping checklist for families.
