Toy Workbench Recalled, Meets Federal Standards

Playskool is recalling (official notice from CPSC) its toy toolbench after two children got the fake nails caught in their throats and died.

The toy was in compliance with all relevant federal regulations, according to news stories and the CPSC report.  The nails are not considered “small parts” based on their measurements and the toy was aimed at children three and older.  The children who died were 19 months old and two years old.  At least the latter death is the subject of a lawsuit.