Safety of items offered - Revision history

Neville Reid: update link

2025-11-24T00:00:20Z

update link

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	:''This page is about safety of items offered. For personal safety see [[Keep ~~Safe~~]]''		:''This page is about safety of items offered. For personal safety see [[Sample Admin: Keep safe]]''

	If an item is not illegal then it's OK to be offered or requested on Freegle. But there are some items that members should be careful about if they are intending to use them for their original purpose, as opposed to upcycling or repurposing. It is up to each group to decide if they want to disallow certain items through their own safety concerns or to leave it to their members to decide on whether or not they wish to take the possible risks.		If an item is not illegal then it's OK to be offered or requested on Freegle. But there are some items that members should be careful about if they are intending to use them for their original purpose, as opposed to upcycling or repurposing. It is up to each group to decide if they want to disallow certain items through their own safety concerns or to leave it to their members to decide on whether or not they wish to take the possible risks.

Neville Reid: Category:Safety

2025-10-26T23:37:36Z

Category:Safety

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	Back to [[Specific Items]]		Back to [[Specific Items]]
	[[~~category~~:Specific Items]] [[~~category~~:Safety ~~Issues~~]]		[[Category:Specific Items]]
			[[Category:Safety]]

Neville Reid: Neville Reid moved page Safety issues to Safety of items offered: move from ambiguous page name

2025-10-13T21:44:50Z

Neville Reid moved page Safety issues to Safety of items offered: move from ambiguous page name

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Jacky: /* Fire labels */

2025-07-01T11:54:16Z

Fire labels

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	*individuals freegling without fire labels		*individuals freegling without fire labels
	*Councils and other agencies freegling through our website without fire labels		*Councils and other agencies freegling through our website without fire labels
	But it wouldn't be OK is Freegle, or a person working on behalf of Freegle, was being paid to dispose of things without fire labels. That would then be covered by the business regulations.		But it wouldn't be OK if Freegle, or a person working on behalf of Freegle, was being paid to dispose of things without fire labels. That would then be covered by the business regulations.

	FIRA is a credible industry source. The conclusions above takes in their advice to consumers at https://www.fira.co.uk/images/Furniture-Flammability-Advice-for-Consumers.pdf:		FIRA is a credible industry source. The conclusions above takes in their advice to consumers at https://www.fira.co.uk/images/Furniture-Flammability-Advice-for-Consumers.pdf:

Jacky: /* Fire labels */

2025-06-09T10:38:27Z

Fire labels

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 Furniture and upholstered items used indoors: see page 4 of [https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20121205104441/http://www.bis.gov.uk/files/file24685.pdf government advice about fire safety]:
 :''In the Department's view, the simple distribution of second-hand furniture by a charity in pursuance of its charitable objectives to needy persons, either free of charge or at a nominal amount only, would be unlikely to constitute a supply in the course of business. On the other hand, shops selling furniture to raise funds for charitable purposes would constitute a business activity and the Regulations will apply to the furniture sold in this case. Individual charities should take legal advice.''
 ==Cot mattresses==

Neville Reid: system warnings, https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/t/knives/8304

2025-02-11T14:29:40Z

system warnings, https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/t/knives/8304

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	Freegle's disclaimer – https://www.ilovefreegle.org/disclaimer – is clear about the responsibility of Freegle and members.		Freegle's disclaimer – https://www.ilovefreegle.org/disclaimer – is clear about the responsibility of Freegle and members.

	If a post is in pending, you could add a 'mod edit' pointing out the risks of using some items.		If a post is in pending, you could add a 'mod edit' pointing out the risks of using some items. Some warnings are built into the system, as discussed [https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/t/knives/8304 here] in February 2025.

	Here is some information about specific items.		Here is some information about specific items.

Jacky: Jacky moved page Safety Issues to Safety issues

2025-01-31T10:53:50Z

Jacky moved page Safety Issues to Safety issues

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Neville Reid: Used car tyres – from https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/t/second-hand-car-tyres/7524/6

2024-06-06T16:52:19Z

Used car tyres – from https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/t/second-hand-car-tyres/7524/6

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	*Remember, all car seats need to meet the R44.04 or R129 car seat regulations and should be labelled as such. Seats labelled 44.03 are still legal to use but this is an older labelling so means the car seat will have been made with less modern materials.		*Remember, all car seats need to meet the R44.04 or R129 car seat regulations and should be labelled as such. Seats labelled 44.03 are still legal to use but this is an older labelling so means the car seat will have been made with less modern materials.
	*If you have any doubts about the provenance of the car seat, don’t buy or use it. It’s better to be safe than sorry.		*If you have any doubts about the provenance of the car seat, don’t buy or use it. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

			==Used car tyres==
			There are similar safety issues to car seats with the use of second-hand tyres for their original purpose.
			The sale of second hand tyres is regulated, and they must be tested to ensure they remain safe.
			However, they can be Freegled for other uses, e.g. as garden planters.

Neville Reid: use headings to show more clearly that the last group of points relate to car seats

2024-06-06T16:45:23Z

use headings to show more clearly that the last group of points relate to car seats

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	If an item is not illegal then it's OK to be offered or requested on Freegle. But there are some items that members should be careful about if they are intending to use them for their original purpose, as opposed to upcycling or repurposing. It is up to each group to decide if they want to disallow certain items through their own safety concerns or to leave it to their members to decide on whether or not they wish to take the possible risks.		If an item is not illegal then it's OK to be offered or requested on Freegle. But there are some items that members should be careful about if they are intending to use them for their original purpose, as opposed to upcycling or repurposing. It is up to each group to decide if they want to disallow certain items through their own safety concerns or to leave it to their members to decide on whether or not they wish to take the possible risks.

	Freegle's disclaimer - https://www.ilovefreegle.org/disclaimer - is clear about the responsibility of Freegle and members.		Freegle's disclaimer – https://www.ilovefreegle.org/disclaimer – is clear about the responsibility of Freegle and members.

			If a post is in pending, you could add a 'mod edit' pointing out the risks of using some items.

	Here is some information about specific items.		Here is some information about specific items.
	~~{{anchor\|Fire labels}}~~
	* Furniture and upholstered items used indoors: See page 4 of [https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20121205104441/http://www.bis.gov.uk/files/file24685.pdf government advice about fire safety]: <br> ''In the Department's view, the simple distribution of second-hand furniture by a charity in pursuance of its charitable objectives to needy persons, either free of charge or at a nominal amount only, would be unlikely to constitute a supply in the course of business. On the other hand, shops selling furniture to raise funds for charitable purposes would constitute a business activity and the Regulations will apply to the furniture sold in this case. Individual charities should take legal advice.''

			==Fire labels==
			Furniture and upholstered items used indoors: see page 4 of [https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20121205104441/http://www.bis.gov.uk/files/file24685.pdf government advice about fire safety]:
			:''In the Department's view, the simple distribution of second-hand furniture by a charity in pursuance of its charitable objectives to needy persons, either free of charge or at a nominal amount only, would be unlikely to constitute a supply in the course of business. On the other hand, shops selling furniture to raise funds for charitable purposes would constitute a business activity and the Regulations will apply to the furniture sold in this case. Individual charities should take legal advice.''

	* Cot mattresses - https://www.nct.org.uk/baby-toddler/sleep/cot-safety-features-sleeping-safely-cot: <br>''The Lullaby Trust recommends you buy a new cot mattress, or - if using a second-hand mattress - carefully check that it's clean, dry and free from cracks or tears. Your cot mattress should be firm, with no sagging and fit the cot snugly, with no gaps.''		==Cot mattresses==

			https://www.nct.org.uk/baby-toddler/sleep/cot-safety-features-sleeping-safely-cot:
			:''The Lullaby Trust recommends you buy a new cot mattress, or - if using a second-hand mattress - carefully check that it's clean, dry and free from cracks or tears. Your cot mattress should be firm, with no sagging and fit the cot snugly, with no gaps.''

	* Helmets for motorcycles or bicycles - https://www.motorcycletesttips.uk/learn-to-ride/motorcycle-helmets-visors-law/ and https://helmets.org/cracks.htm for motorcycle helmets, and for bicycles https://www.whycycle.co.uk/cycling-advice/safety-and-security/cycling-helmets/		==Helmets for motorcycles or bicycles==

			https://www.motorcycletesttips.uk/learn-to-ride/motorcycle-helmets-visors-law/ and https://helmets.org/cracks.htm for motorcycle helmets, and for bicycles https://www.whycycle.co.uk/cycling-advice/safety-and-security/cycling-helmets/

			==Car seats and restraints==

			http://www.childcarseats.org.uk/ and https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/child-car-seats/article/what-should-i-do-with-my-old-baby-car-seat-aWIIP7f2jSxf

			Some advice for members based on the ''Which'' article:

	* Car seats and restraints - http://www.childcarseats.org.uk/ and https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/child-car-seats/article/what-should-i-do-with-my-old-baby-car-seat-aWIIP7f2jSxf
	~~<br> Some advice for members based on Which article:<BR>~~
	*If you must buy or use a second-hand car seat, make sure it’s a close family member or friend who you can rely on to be truthful about its history.		*If you must buy or use a second-hand car seat, make sure it’s a close family member or friend who you can rely on to be truthful about its history.
	*Examine the car seat carefully for damage (but remember not all damage is visible), make sure it’s suitable for your child’s weight or height, and try it in your car and any others you intend to use it in, including grandparent’s cars, to ensure it will fit securely.		*Examine the car seat carefully for damage (but remember not all damage is visible), make sure it’s suitable for your child’s weight or height, and try it in your car and any others you intend to use it in, including grandparent’s cars, to ensure it will fit securely.
	*Remember, all car seats need to meet the R44.04 or R129 car seat regulations and should be labelled as such. Seats labelled 44.03 are still legal to use but this is an older labelling so means the car seat will have been made with less modern materials.		*Remember, all car seats need to meet the R44.04 or R129 car seat regulations and should be labelled as such. Seats labelled 44.03 are still legal to use but this is an older labelling so means the car seat will have been made with less modern materials.
	*If you have any doubts about the provenance of the car seat, don’t buy or use it. It’s better to be safe than sorry.		*If you have any doubts about the provenance of the car seat, don’t buy or use it. It’s better to be safe than sorry.



	~~Tip: If a post is in pending, you could add a 'mod edit' pointing out the risks of using some items.~~

Neville Reid: about safety of items offered

2024-04-02T17:16:14Z

about safety of items offered

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	:''This page is about ~~safe~~ items. For personal safety see [[Keep Safe]]''		:''This page is about safety of items offered. For personal safety see [[Keep Safe]]''

	If an item is not illegal then it's OK to be offered or requested on Freegle. But there are some items that members should be careful about if they are intending to use them for their original purpose, as opposed to upcycling or repurposing. It is up to each group to decide if they want to disallow certain items through their own safety concerns or to leave it to their members to decide on whether or not they wish to take the possible risks.		If an item is not illegal then it's OK to be offered or requested on Freegle. But there are some items that members should be careful about if they are intending to use them for their original purpose, as opposed to upcycling or repurposing. It is up to each group to decide if they want to disallow certain items through their own safety concerns or to leave it to their members to decide on whether or not they wish to take the possible risks.