CPSC Updates Safety Standard for Play Yards

August 19, 2013 by Brian Feito|Consumer Product Safety Commission

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is amending its safety standard for play yards to put in place the latest ASTM F406-13 standard for the product. Play yards are framed enclosures that include a floor and have mesh or fabric sided panels primarily intended to provide a play or sleeping environment for children. The new requirements will apply to all play yards manufactured or imported beginning Feb. 19, 2014.