In this report

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Our view

The 3 toys that failed the AS/NZS standard should be withdrawn from sale.
Noisy toys can permanently damage children's hearing - and so we support lowering the recommended sound levels for toys and bringing these into line with the European standard.
Children can't tell if a toy is too noisy, so parents and other adults need to monitor toy noise. Don't let older children play with noisy toys near infants. And don't let your child play with noise-making toys in toy stores.

Buying for infants under 18 months? Don't buy a toy that's noisier than a washing machine or dishwasher - and avoid buying toys that can be put close to the ear.
For children over 18 months don't buy a toy that's noisier than a coffee grinder. And be wary of toys that can be put close to the ear.