Consumer Protection in Action

Project: Consumer Protection in Action
Assignment Directions:

Part A:

Look up this Web site and familiarize yourself with recalled products.

The first link refers to the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Web site.
review some of the products that have been recalled and summarize two of them in several paragraphs. Mention (1) the names of the products and (2) the units affected, (3) describe the products and the hazards caused by them, and (4) tell who manufactured them and where they were manufactured.

Part B:

Look up these Web sites and familiarize yourself with agencies and organizations that provide consumers with assistance.

The first link for Part B shows nationwide consumer organizations listed alphabetically. Select two of the organizations and summarize what they do and whom they help. You can research the organizations at their Web sites once you select them, but be sure to cite to the link.
The second link for Part B shows state consumer agencies listed alphabetically by state. Select two states and provide information on at least three state, county, or city agencies for each state and summarize what they do. You can clink the link to the agencies once you select them.