Complaint Investigation and Consumer Law Enforcement offered at U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Complaint Investigation and Consumer Law Enforcement offered at U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
4330 East-West Highway, Room 827, Bethesda, MD 20814
Eligibility
Hours
Languages
Spanish
Application process
Call or visit website.
Fees
None.
Service area
WA
Description
Provides complaint investigation services about products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or mechanical hazard or are potentially dangerous to children. Consumers may call the National Hotline or visit website to report a potentially dangerous product or to report a product-related injury. Following a thorough investigation, the Commission determines if the product constitutes a public hazard. Product changes may then be required and fines may be levied against the non-conforming corporations. The National Hotline has Spanish-speaking capabilities. Does not regulate the safety of the following: - Automobiles, trucks or motorcycles - Boats or airplanes - Tires - Car seats - Firearms or ammunition - Food or alcohol - Cosmetics - Drugs
Providing organization
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Attempts to reduce the number of injuries associated with consumer products through investigative and educational services.