Children may unintentionally cut themselves or another person. Toys that produce loud noises. Toy guns and high-volume portable cassette recorders can permanently impair a child's hearing. Toys with strings, straps or cords longer than seven inches. Long strings and cords could wrap around a child's neck and unintentionally strangle him or her.
Electrical toys are a potential burn hazard.
Toys painted with lead paint. Exposure to lead can result in lead poisoning, causing serious damage to a child's brain, kidneys and nervous system. Paper roll, strip or ring caps can be ignited by the slightest friction and cause serious burns. Many toy-related injuries occur when parents overestimate their child's ability to handle a toy designed for an older age group. Age recommendations for toys not only take into account a child's cognitive abilities, but they also consider the overall safety of a toy.