The holiday season has kicked off in earnest, and with a new “Star Wars” movie on the horizon, some parents might be considering getting kids infatuated with light sabers a laser as a gift. But the U.S. Food and Drug Administration strongly urges anyone thinking about buying laser toys to consider the possible safety risks. According to the FDA, when operated unsafely, or without certain controls, the highly-concentrated light from lasers — even those in toy — can cause serious eye injuries, or even blindness. The danger exists not just to those using the laser, but to those nearby. The FDA’s concerns were such that, in 2014, the agency issued a guidance document (PDF 60K) on the safety of children’s toy laser products.
from News http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/FDA-urges-caution-when-buying-laser-toys-for-kids-12384603.php
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