strict product liability

strict product liability
Under Part II of the Consumer Protection Act 1987, a product is considered safe if it presents either no risks or risks reduced to a minimum. Compliance with relevant British Standards and product-specific safety regulations made under the 1987 Act normally avoids the charge of being considered unsafe in law. However it should be noted that compliance with British Standards or safety regulations is not a defence (although it may assist) in a civil law action for negligence or strict product liability. Under the Consumer Protection Act 1987, consumer products are those which are intended for, or normally used by, consumers in their private capacity, as opposed to goods intended for commercial use.

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