Labelling 0.0 / 5 ? Design & Technology: TextileslabellingGCSEAQA Created by: JasmynOcean11Created on: 28-11-13 21:12 Who carry out tests for safety and quality on textile products? British Standards Institute (Kite mark), European Safety Standard (CE mark) 1 of 11 What is the Lion Mark? Safety label awarded for toy safety after tests by the British Toy and Hobby Association. 2 of 11 What does the fire safety symbol mean? Will not easily catch light from cigarettes or matches. 3 of 11 What is an age label? Shows if it is unsuitable for children under a certain age, usually for something like small parts. 4 of 11 Why are textile products tested for safety and quality? So the consumer can be confident in the product they are buying. 5 of 11 How do manufacturers get the quality label on their product? They pay to have the test and if it passes they can fix it on their product. 6 of 11 Why are consumers attracted by eco-labels? They feel like they are doing their part to help the planet. 7 of 11 Why do manufacturers want eco-labels? They are pressured by the government to conform to the 'green' policies. 8 of 11 When are eco-labels awarded to a product? If an eco-friendly system is used to produce the product or the product is made from recycled, sustainable, organic and natural dye sources. 9 of 11 Why must care symbols be included? So that a customer can care for the product properly. 10 of 11 What happens if a customer doesn't care for their product as told? It affects their consumer rights and they probably won't be able to take it back to the shop. 11 of 11
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