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In recent years, there has been a marked increase in the number of injuries associated with liquid fuels, prompting national authorities to advocate for stronger safety measures. This year, during the National Fire Prevention Week, spanning October 8th through the 14th, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) stepped forward to raise awareness about the potential hazards stemming from fuel containers, liquid fuels, and their accompanying vapors.
Established by Congress in 1973, the CPSC is a federal agency, independent in its functioning, whose primary responsibility is the safety of the American populace. Tasked with shielding citizens from undue risks that can result in grave injury or death, the CPSC oversees a wide array of consumer products—more than 15,000 types to be precise. Those wishing to report unsafe products or related injuries can reach out to the CPSC via their hotline at 1-800-638-2772. Additionally, their official websites, saferproducts.gov and cpsc.gov, offer valuable information on recalls and other safety concerns.
A disconcerting number of individuals find themselves in emergency rooms due to injuries stemming from liquid fuels. Activities as innocuous as lighting a bonfire, engaging in fall camping, or simply riding an all-terrain vehicle can become hazardous if proper safety measures are not taken. A particularly alarming phenomenon is “flame jetting”— a violent flash fire that results when liquid fuels such as gasoline, kerosene, or butane come into contact with an open flame. Compounding the danger, even vapors from these fuels, invisible to the naked eye, can lead to explosions if they come into contact with an ignition source.
To combat these risks, the CPSC offers the following guidelines:
The CPSC encourages not only adults but also children to be educated about fire safety. With due diligence and the right safety education, it’s possible to avoid accidents and ensure a safer environment for all. For more information about these safety precautions, resources are available at CPSC’s Fuel Container and Liquid Fuel Safety Education Center.
Parker Waichman LLP helps families recover monetary compensation for harm caused by negligence. For your free consultation, contact our national product liability law firm today by using our live chat or calling 800-968-7529.
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