In 2019, there were an estimated 22,500 treadmill-related injuries treated at U.S. emergency departments among all ages (of which around 2,000 were children under 8 years of age). 2/6
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CPSC Statement on a child's death involving a Peloton treadmill: CPSC is aware of the incident and is investigating. 1/6
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Between 2018 and 2020, 17 fatalities have been reported to CPSC that were associated with the use of a treadmill. This includes all ages. One of the 17 decedents was a 5-year-old child. Note that reporting is ongoing for the latest three years. 3/6
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To use a treadmill safely: - Follow manufacturers’ instructions. - Always supervise children around treadmills. - Children can be hurt on moving treadmills. Secure your treadmill so children cannot start them on their own. 4/6
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To use a treadmill safely (cont.): - Cords on treadmills, called shut-off lanyards, can be a strangulation hazard for children. Keep the cords away from kids. - If your treadmill has a safety key remove it and store it in a location secured way from children. 5/6
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If you believe you've identified an unsafe exercise product, please report it to CPSC on http://SaferProducts.gov 6/6
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Perhaps a weight sensor could be used to require the presence of a person suitably heavy before activating the belt? A 5-year-old wouldn't even be able to start it.
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I once tried running backwards on a treadmill. It didn't go well for me, or the wall....
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