Electrical Recalls and Safety Links

 

Electical Safety

Click here or above to watch the excellent safety video from the Consumer Product Safety Commission which can help you protect your home, family and your life.  Please share this with all your friends and loved ones. Since this is geared toward the homeowner, contractors may want to consider passing this along to their customers.

 

Recalls

• February 23, 2011 - Remote Control Systems Recalled by Niles Audio Due to Fire Hazard

• February 9, 2011 - AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

• January 19, 2011 - LED Lamps Recalled by Eco-Story Due to Fire Hazard

• January 18, 2011 - Schneider Electric Recalls Xantrex GT Series Grid Tie Solar Inverters Due to Injury Hazard

• January 12, 2011 - White-Rodgers Recalls Home Heating and Cooling Thermostats Due to Fire Hazard

• January 6, 2011 - Quoizel Inc. Recalls Outdoor Hanging Lantern Due to Fall Hazard

• October 1, 2010 - Home Improvement Books Recalled by Oxmoor House Due to Faulty Wiring Instructions; Shock and Fire Hazards to Consumers

• January 8, 2010 - Home Improvement Books Recalled by Oxmoor House Due to Faulty Wiring Instructions; Shock and Fire Hazards to Consumers

• December 30, 2008 - Faulty Instructions Prompt Recall of Electrical Wiring How-to-Books by The Taunton Press; Shock Hazard to Consumers

 

Helpful Links

• You can check whether an individual or company is licensed and verify that they have the proper license for the work they do at: www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/consumers.html

• Check a business’ status with the Florida Division of Corporations at: www.sunbiz.org