Furniture Tip-Over Prevention
Toppling furniture and televisions can seriously injure young children.
The AFA has developed a Toppling Furniture Prevention – Best Practice Guide and is now working with Members and other suppliers to promote and implement best practice.
Retailers are encouraged to stock AFA Member approved products.
Consumers are encouraged to look for the AFA Logo when buying furniture which may be a toppling risk.
Buy your copy of the Toppling Furniture Prevention – Best Practice Guide
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