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                         August 31, 2001

Skateboard helmets being recalled

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, World Industries Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif., is voluntarily recalling 10,000 skateboard helmets. These helmets failed impact testing required under CPSC’s Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls and could suffer head injuries or death.

CPSC and World Industries have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The recalled helmets come in black, blue and white and have the name "World Industries" printed on the chin strap, the back of the helmet and the inside padding. On the sides of the helmet, yellow and blue cartoon characters can be seen shooting fire from a gun. Two labels inside of the helmet read, in part, "Certified CPSC 16CFR1203," "Warning This Helmet Is Not For Motor Vehicle" and "Made in China."

Retail outlets, chains and catalogs nationwide sold the helmets from October 2000 through May 2001 for about $40.

Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where they purchased them for a full refund. Consumers can also call World Industries toll-free at (888) 338-4562 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

To see a picture of this product and/or to establish a link from your Web site to this press release on CPSC’s Web site, link to the following address: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml01220.html.