General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR) Policy
At Artisan Crochet Designs, we take pride in providing high-quality digital products, and we ensure that all of our offerings adhere to the necessary safety and regulatory standards, including those under the General Product Safety Regulations (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR) for the EU and Northern Ireland.
Artisan Crochet Designs' digital product sales include the EU and NI, and are therefore subject to GPSR. Artisan Crochet Designs is subject to governing law of England.
Digital products created by Lyndsey Allen (Artisan Crochet Designs) are created with care and attention to detail, with the following considerations:
1. Accuracy and Clarity
We ensure that all of our digital products, including guides and patterns, are carefully reviewed for accuracy, clarity, and completeness. This is done to guarantee that users have a positive experience when utilising our resources.
2. Sample Testing
For patterns or instructional content, we create samples to ensure that the instructions are clear, correct, and user-friendly. Any issues encountered during testing are promptly addressed.
3. Technical Editing
All patterns undergo technical editing to ensure they are complete and easy to follow. While we strive to make our content error-free, we acknowledge that a small margin of human error may occur (up to 5%).
4. Accessibility
We aim to create accessible and inclusive products by considering various user needs, including visual accessibility, to ensure that all our materials are usable by a broad audience.
5. Safety Considerations
Where applicable, we provide warnings about potential safety hazards, especially when dealing with small parts in products intended for children, pets, or others who may require additional care.
6. Material and Tool Safety
It is important for users to ensure that the materials and tools used for creating items from our patterns are safe and suitable for their intended use. We recommend exercising caution when making items for children or sensitive users.
7. Verified Links
All links included within our patterns are verified for accuracy and relevance before publication. However, due to the dynamic nature of the web, we cannot guarantee the availability of third-party links over time. We encourage users to verify links before use and notify us of any broken links, which we will promptly address.
8. Risk Assessment Process
Each pattern undergoes a thorough 5-step risk assessment process before publication. This includes evaluating safety, usability, accessibility, material compatibility, and potential hazards. Only once a pattern passes this comprehensive review will it be made available to the public.
9. Legal Representation
Our legal representation for GPSR is The Fairythorn, NI.
10. Liability Disclaimer
Our products are intended for personal use. While we strive to provide accurate and clear instructions, we are not liable for any issues, damages, or injuries resulting from misuse of our patterns or the final products created.
For further inquiries or support, please feel free to contact us.