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Started Dec 30 2012, 03:58
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Dec 30 2012, 03:58
Minimising the risk of action under the product liability provisions generally requires no more of manufacturers, importers and retailers than responsible business practice.
A culture of safety is an important attribute of any responsible organisation and this should include being aware of the firm's product in the hands of the consumer.
Prudent firms review design, production, record keeping and marketing procedures as well as customer information material to ensure the safety of their products with consumers. Attention should also be paid to quality assurance systems.
What is the ACCC's product liability role under the Trade Practices Act?
While the Act provides rights that people will generally pursue through the courts for themselves, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) may sometimes take representative action on behalf of one or more people who have suffered harm from a defective product. This is intended to improve access to the law and to allow the ACCC to act when goods have (or may) cause widespread detriment.
An important role of the ACCC is to inform businesses and consumers about their rights and obligations under the product liability provisions of the Act.
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