Recall of Children’s Sleepwear
Flammability Recall of Children’s Sleepwear AssignmentInstructions: Read the scenario and answer the three questions in Q/ A format. Your response should be at least a page long.Over the past few years there have been several recalls regarding children’s sleepwear that do not meet flammability regulations and post a burn risk. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, on September 17, 2013, the United States and Canada jointly recalled 41,280 footed pajamas (38,000 in the United States and 3,280 in Canada) that were produced in three styles that did not meet flammability standards for tight-fitting pajamas. The recalled pajamas were offered in different sizes, depending upon the style, ranging from 9-12 months up to 3T. No injuries were reported.1. Could this recall have been prevented?2. In what stages of development and manufacturing could this have been detected?3. What measures could have been taken to correct this problem?
