Warnings & Warranties
WARRANTIES
WARRANTY AND WARNING INFORMATION
We stand by the strength, design, and build quality of all our Products and offer the following warranty subject to the terms and conditions herein. Resilite warrants its products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship during conventional use and installation for the periods identified herein when the Products are used under normal uses and conditions as described in more detail below.
PLEASE READ THE FULL DOCUMENT. THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.
During the warranty period Resilite will, at no additional charge to you, repair or replace (at Resilite’s discretion) any part of a Product if it becomes defective, malfunctions, or otherwise fails to conform to this Warranty. All labor relating to installation or removal of a Product in connection with this warranty shall be the responsibility of the owner.
Original proof of purchase is required to invoke this warranty. The warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Product for so long as the original purchaser owns the Product. This warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners after the original purchaser. This warranty may be voided for any product that has been damaged due to negligent or faulty use, alteration, maintenance, storage, or handling by the original purchaser. Any alterations or conditions resulting from work performed by any person not affiliated with Resilite are excluded from this warranty, including any impacts that result from alteration of the product, floor mats, or wall mat installations by other companies or individuals not affiliated with Resilite.
Any specific issues relating to a Resilite Product concerning the application or scope of this Warranty will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and subject to the discretion of Resilite.
MAT PRODUCTS COVERED BY THE WARRANTY
3-Year Guarantee on Vinyl-Coated Classic Mats.
All foam wrestling mats are subject to expansion and contraction due to environmental and physical conditions. Vinyl-coated mats are subject to shrinkage and, therefore, are oversized to compensate for such.
As a one-time offer on classic practice room mats, customers can add filler strips to their order as long as they do not trim or alter the foam. The filler strips are to be no larger than the 4% variance of the shrinkage. The customer is required to pay for the freight for the filler strips. Custom colors are not available for filler strips.
Vinyl mats must be taped between sections when in use.
A Note About Vinyl-Coated Mats
All foam wrestling mats are subject to expansion and contraction due to environmental and physical conditions. Vinyl-coated mats are subject to shrinkage; therefore, mats are oversized to compensate for this shrinkage. Resilite guarantees the mats to be within a +/- 4% tolerance.
3-Year Limited Guarantee on FLEX3 Mats, LiteWeight Mats, Zip Mats, FLEX3 Zip Mats, and DigiPrint Mats.
Allowing tape to adhere to a mat for an extended period may damage the ink and top-coated mat surface. Coverage for ink and topcoat on all DigiPrint and UltraPrint mats is for one (1) year only. Using tape on the zip system will void the warranty.
DigiPrint and UltraPrint mats must be rolled with the provided tube, or the warranty is voided.
1-Year Guarantee on Kwik-Stik Wall Padding, LiteWeight Wall Padding, and FLEX3 Wall Padding
1-Year Guarantee on Fabric Covered Mats, and Wainscot Wall Panels
Products Sold AS-IS on Website
This warranty does not apply to any product sold “as-is” on the website. Such “as is” Products are sold at a reduced cost, and therefore no warranties cover these Products. The items on the website are provided “as is” and without warranties - expressed or implied.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
The guarantee stated above is valid only if the Product has been handled in full observance of the Care and Handling Instructions provided with each mat; has been subjected to standard usage for the purpose for which the mats were designed; has not been subject to vandalism, misuse, neglect, or accident; has not been subjected to addition or subtraction of pieces; and has not been modified or altered by persons other than Resilite or its designees in any respect which, in the judgment of Resilite, affects the condition or operation of the mats.
This Warranty is void if the Product is improperly stored, assembled, altered and/or modified in any way. The Product requires maintenance, and this warranty does not cover claims for damage or defects resulting from failure to maintain or improper maintenance, or any defects relating to poor or lack of preventive maintenance. This warranty does not cover cosmetic defects including, but not limited to, scratches, scuff marks, denting or compression from incorrect storage, marring, fading, discoloring, weathering, normal wear and tear, or damage due to neglect.
DISCLAIMED WARRANTIES – IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT.
The duration of the warranty is measured from the original purchase date on the original invoice. In the event a Product is repaired or replaced, the warranty period does not re-start.
No representation - oral or written - of any Resilite representative may be substituted for the terms and conditions set forth herein.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Resilite shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind resulting from or relating to its Products or any of the terms and conditions of this warranty.
Under no circumstances shall Resilite’s liability in relation to this Warranty exceed the total value of the Product purchased by the customer.
Further, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim that you may have against Resilite relating to this Warranty on an individual basis in arbitration, and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action. You and Resilite are each waiving your right to a trial by jury. You are precluded from bringing any class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action against Resilite and from participating in or recovering relief in any current or future class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action brought against Resilite by another person. All disputes, claims, or controversies between You and Resilite shall be resolved only in individual arbitration. The parties expressly waive the right to have any dispute, claim, or controversy brought, heard, administered, resolved, or arbitrated as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, and/or representative action, and neither an arbitrator nor an arbitration provider shall have any authority to hear, arbitrate, or administer any class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, and/or representative action, or to award relief to anyone but the individual in arbitration. The parties also expressly waive the right to seek, recover, or obtain any non-individual relief. Notwithstanding anything else in this agreement, this Class Action Waiver does not prevent you or Resilite from participating in a class-wide, collective, and/or representative settlement of claims.
If any portion of this Warranty is deemed unenforceable or unlawful, such portions shall be severed, and severance of those portions shall have no impact whatsoever on the enforceability, applicability, or the validity of the remaining portions of the Warranty.
Resilite will continue to improve the design of mats available for your athletic needs. Therefore, we reserve the right to make substitutions or change specifications without notice when, in our opinion, these changes will benefit the customer. Any change in Resilite’s published specifications will not affect Resilite’s Guarantee.
WARRANTY CLAIM PROCESSING
Warranty claims must be accompanied by proof of purchase. Claims must be in writing and include photographic documentation of the claimed defect. To submit a claim, under the terms of the warranty, the buyer must: provide a written statement of the claim, a copy of the original invoice, and supporting photographic evidence to assist Resilite with evaluating the claim. Send all three items noted above to: warranty@resilite.com. Under no circumstance should a mat be returned without written permission from Resilite.
Resilite will examine each claim on a case-by-case basis and in its discretion address such alleged non-conformity, either by repairing the defective Products or a replacement
Loss or Damage in Transit with Public Carrier
If the customer arranges their own freight on the original invoice, customer will be responsible for the freight costs to and from the factory for any repairs or replacement Product under this warranty. In any event, under no circumstances shall Resilite cover freight charges outside the continental United States. The customer assumes risk of loss or damage during shipment if the customer arranges its own freight. Resilite’s responsibility ends when the customer signs the bill of lading, which is our receipt that the shipment was complete and in good condition. It is the customer’s responsibility to check the number of pieces received against the number shown on the freight bill and our bill of lading. Note the freight bill with shortages or damage before it is signed.
If Resilite Sports Products, Inc. mistakenly listed a product at an incorrect price, Resilite reserves the right to refuse or cancel any such orders whether the order has been confirmed and your credit card has been charged. If the order has gone through on your credit card, Resilite will refund the entire amount of the incorrect prices.
CALIFORNIA PROP 65
Information for California Customers
Please Read This Information Carefully
Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By requiring that this information be provided, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed decisions about their exposures to these chemicals.
Proposition 65 also prohibits California businesses from knowingly discharging significant amounts of listed chemicals into sources of drinking water.
Proposition 65 requires California to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 900 chemicals since it was first published in 1987.
Two requirements of Proposition 65 are:
- Each year, California's Governor must publish a list of substances determined by the state to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Nearly 900 chemicals are currently listed.
- Any entity doing business in California and/or selling products to California residents must provide buyers of products containing any listed chemical with a "clear and reasonable warning" before knowingly or intentionally exposing anyone to a listed chemical.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Under the safe harbor provisions of the regulations, warnings are required for purchases made over the internet following the methods in Section 25602(b). Warnings must be provided to the consumer prior to completing the purchase, and a warning must be provided via any one of the four methods for consumer products in Section 25602, subsections (a)(1)-(4). For a website warning, if a label is used for a product warning, a business may opt to provide a hyperlink to the warning, or a picture of the warning label used on the product. In addition, if an on-product (short-form) warning is provided on the product label, the website warning may use the same content.
A “short-form” warning may be provided on a product in accordance with Section 25602(a)(4). This section requires that the entire warning be in a type size no smaller than the largest type size used for other “consumer information” on the product, and in any case the warning must not be in a type size smaller than 6-point type. “Consumer information” is defined in Section 25600.1(c), and includes warnings, directions for use, ingredient lists, and nutritional information, but does not include the brand name, product name, company name, location of manufacture, or product advertising.
“In accordance with Section 25602(a)(1-4) and (b) of California Proposition 65, please be advised of the following:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov”
With some exceptions, the warning symbol is a required element of safe harbor warning content. The symbol consists of a black exclamation point in a yellow equilateral triangle with a bold, black outline. The symbol must be placed to the left of the text of the warning in a size no smaller than the height of the word “WARNING”. If the sign, label, or shelf tag for the product is not printed using the color yellow, the symbol may be provided in black and white. Businesses may download the symbols provided below for use in Proposition 65 warnings. A business wishing to provide a safe harbor warning must meet all applicable requirements of the Article 6 Clear and Reasonable Warnings regulations.
If a warning is placed on a product label or posted or distributed at a workplace, a business, or in rental housing, the business issuing the warning is aware or believes that it is exposing individuals to one or more listed chemicals.
By law, a warning must be given for listed chemicals unless the exposure is low enough to pose no significant risk of cancer or is significantly below levels observed to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
A warning of this type is also required for such commonly used products as these:
- Goods made of or containing leather, vinyl, foam, plastics and other synthetics
- Glassware, ceramics, and tableware
- Batteries and/or products containing batteries
- Beauty and personal hygiene products (including first-aid kits and lotions)
- Medicines, alcohol and even fish
More About Proposition 65
Proposition 65 is unique in several ways. Unlike California regulatory statute AB 1108 or federal regulations imposed by the US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CSPSIA), Proposition 65 does not restrict or regulate sale of goods containing listed chemicals. Nor does it apply only to products used by children or to care for children. Proposition 65 warnings must be provided to California residents of every age. While this law does specify maximum permitted "safe harbor" limits for listed substances, there are no corresponding minimum amounts. Any detectable amount of a listed substance requires sellers to warn consumers against the risk of possible exposure. Proposition 65 lists only four of six phthalates regulated by AB 1108 and CPSIA (DEHP, DBP, BBP and DIDP). One additional phthalate (DnHP) not regulated by CPSIA or California AB 1108 is listed under Proposition 65:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) | PHTHALATE REGULATION
Dear Customer:
The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) was enacted on August 14, 2008. This law prompted new testing procedures and requirements for children's toys and childcare articles. The new CPSIA uses the standard ASTM F963 as a determining basis for the definition of a "children's toy" or "childcare article". The purpose of the CPSIA law is to ensure that children are not exposed to lead and certain phthalates while playing, sleeping, or eating. Currently sporting goods, camping goods, playground equipment, and athletic equipment are excluded from the CPSIA and are not considered children's toys unless such products are toy versions.
Phthalates-a family of chemicals that make plastics soft and pliable-are commonly used in the manufacture of PVC vinyl material. A wide spectrum of products is fabricated from PVC vinyl including furniture, shoes, purses, toys, bags, baby bibs, sporting equipment and hand tools.
Both federal (CPSIA) and California (AB1108) law limit the amount of certain phthalates that can be used in children’s toys and childcare items.
A children’s toy is a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to be used by children when they play. A child-care article is defined as a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to facilitate sleep, relaxation, or the feeding of children, or to help children with sucking or teething.
Toys used by children younger than 3 years old or that may possibly be placed in a child’s mouth-as well as all child-care items--must not contain phthalates known as BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP in concentrations greater than 0.1%.
Resilite Sports Products, Inc., a leading athletic mat and protective padding manufacturer, designs and produces athletic training products for a variety of ages. Resilite's products are designed as commercial, gym-quality products and are not toys or toy versions of athletic equipment, nor are they sold for use during unsupervised play by children.
Although our products are not designed as toys, we realize they may be used by a variety of ages and skill levels. Resilite's 18oz. vinyl fabric used in a variety of products is formulated to meet the requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Act of 2008, Sections 101 and 108.
The vinyl used in these products does not contain lead compounds, nor do they contain any of the six phthalate compounds listed in the Act (BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP) more than 0.1%.
For more information about Proposition 65 and its current complete substance list, contact OEHHA's Proposition 65 program at (916) 445-6900 or visit http://www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65.html.
WARNINGS / CARE
WARNINGS
Any activity involving motion, height, wall collisions or physical contact creates the possibility of serious bodily injury, including permanent paralysis, or death, from falling or landing on the neck, head, or other parts of the body.
This mat/pad cannot, and does not, eliminate this hazard.
You still assume a risk of serious injury when using this mat/pad.
This risk can be reduced by following the guidance below as well as the Instructions for Care, Handling, and Safe Use booklet provided with the mat/pad.
WARNINGS ON WRESTLING MATS
Use this mat ONLY under the supervision of trained and qualified instructors. Any use without trained supervision is HAZARDOUS and risks serious injury. Coaches/instructors should never permit unsupervised use by athletes.
Athletes: Know your own limitations and follow progressive training practices. Always consult your coach/instructor for proper technique when using this mat.
Before performing maneuvers on this mat, instructors and users should always assess the user’s ability to safely accomplish the maneuvers. Consider the speed and type of the drill; skill level, size, and age of the users; number of participants, and available space.
Instructors and users of this mat should always make sure that they have enough space to perform the chosen maneuver properly and safely. Allow an adequate buffer zone between you and other users and from the end of the mat. Note that each maneuver or drill may require different buffer zones. Do not perform a maneuver on this mat if you are uncertain of the amount of space needed.
Perform all maneuvers to avoid contact with instructors, bystanders, or other users, and to avoid going outside the perimeter of the mat. It may be necessary to add additional mats to the outside perimeter of this mat(s) to create a proper safety area.
Mat protection may vary according to room temperature. Mat shock absorbency performs best when room temperature is between 68 degrees F and 72 degrees F. If temperature exceeds 78 degrees F, additional padding may be necessary to meet minimum shock-absorbency standards as tested in accordance with ASTMF355, Test Method for Shock Absorbing Properties of Playing Surface Systems and Materials.
Body slams or similar severe impacts, which are illegal under the rules of wrestling, are dangerous and may result in serious injury or death. For wrestling purposes, always follow current National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS), National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), or International Federation of Associated Wrestling Style (FILA) standards, rules, and guidelines.
Tape or secure mats properly prior to every use to minimize movement during use. Mats are often constructed in sections. Each section should be properly taped or secured prior to each use to avoid injury from movement during use of the mat.
Do not store mats on mat transporters. Read and follow Instructions for Care, Handling, and Safe Use to reduce risk of serious bodily injury or death, and risk of permanent mat damage.
When using this mat, you still assume a risk of serious injury. The risk can be reduced by using the mat only under the supervision of trained instructors and by complying with the Instructions for Care, Handling, and Safe Use accompanying the mat.
WARNINGS ON WALL MATS
Use this mat ONLY under the supervision of trained and qualified instructors. Any use without trained supervision is HAZARDOUS and risks serious injury. Coaches/instructors should never permit unsupervised use by athletes.
Athletes: Know your own limitations and follow progressive training practices. Always consult your coach/instructor for proper technique.
Wall mats may offer different levels of protection based on the density of the foam core. Before performing maneuvers near this wall mat, instructors and users should always assess the type of protection needed and the user’s ability to safely accomplish the maneuvers. Consider the speed and type of the drill; wall mat protection; skill level, size, and age of the users; number of participants, and available space.
Instructors and users of this mat should always make sure they have enough space to perform the chosen maneuver properly and safely. Allow an adequate buffer zone from other users and from the wall mat. Note that each maneuver or drill may require different buffer zones. Do not perform a maneuver if you are uncertain of the amount of space needed.
Perform all maneuvers to avoid contact with instructors, bystanders, or other users, and to avoid going outside the perimeter of this mat.
It may be necessary to add additional mats to the outside perimeter area of this mat/mats to create a proper safety mat area.
Mat protection may vary according to room temperature.
Inspect wall mats prior to any activity. Specifically identify any deterioration of the covering and or foam material. Do not use if foam material is missing or deteriorated. Also, ensure the integrity of the mat mounted to wall surface. Repair or replace as required.
Always follow recommended installation procedures when installing wall padding. Wall padding / mats should always be installed NO MORE THAN 4" from the floor surface.
WARNINGS ON THE USE OF RESILITE SEWN MATS AND PADS
Resilite Mats and Pads are made for use in any number of recreational and sports-related activities. While they are intended to diminish the probability of an injury, under no circumstances should the user ever assume a mat or pad will eliminate the possibility of an injury. Any activity involving motion or height creates an inherent risk of a serious or even catastrophic injury, including paralysis and death. The user of any mat or pad therefore assumes this risk. Head, neck, and chest first landings should always be avoided.
Always inspect the mat or pad before each use. If there are signs of wear including but not limited to; holes or tears in the cover, or if the foam core shows signs of deterioration, soft spots, or tears do not use the mat.
The life expectancy of a mat or pad is dependent upon the frequency and severity of the impacts it is subjected to over time. If the user can compress the mat enough to feel the surface below, the mat should be discarded and replaced. If you are unsure of the mat or pad’s ability to function as intended, do not use it!
Only use mats under the supervision of trained and qualified instructors and/or spotters.
Know your limitations and the limitations of the mat, and always follow progressive learning techniques.
Always use overhead spotting and belay apparatus with a trained and qualified spotter when applicable.
Before each use always inspect for damage and to ensure the mat or pad is in the proper position for the mats’ intended use.
SEWN MATS CARE AND HANDLING
To maximize the life of your mats proper care of both the cover and the foam core is important. Resilite uses high quality made in America vinyl for our covers that are resistant to mold, mildew, and bacterial growth. Our foam cores are made using high quality Polyurethanes and Polyethylenes necessary for the application of the mat.
The Vinyl cover can be cleaned and disinfected using anything from mild soap and water to diluted household cleaners. If using something other than mild soap and water, always test it on a small spot on the bottom of the mat to ensure it will not damage, discolor, or delaminate the vinyl before cleaning the rest of the mat. When finished always use a damp cloth to remove any residue that the cleaning solution may have left behind, and then dry the mat with a soft, clean cloth.
On mats that have zippered covers, periodically open the cover, and inspect the foam core for damage and wear. On larger mats foam cores or modules can be flipped, spun, or even relocated should a soft spot develop. If it’s not possible to move a soft spot that is in a repetitive high impact location, the mat should be removed from use and replaced. In some cases, if the cover is in good condition, the foam core can be replaced. Call us at 800-843-6287 to discuss the possibility.
When relocating your mats always use the handles and never drag the mat over rough surfaces like concrete to avoid damaging the vinyl cover.
CALIFORNIA PROP 65
CALIFORNIA PROP 65
Information for California Customers
Please Read This Information Carefully
Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By requiring that this information be provided, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed decisions about their exposures to these chemicals.
Proposition 65 also prohibits California businesses from knowingly discharging significant amounts of listed chemicals into sources of drinking water.
Proposition 65 requires California to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 900 chemicals since it was first published in 1987.
Two requirements of Proposition 65 are:
- Each year, California's Governor must publish a list of substances determined by the state to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Nearly 900 chemicals are currently listed.
- Any entity doing business in California and/or selling products to California residents must provide buyers of products containing any listed chemical with a "clear and reasonable warning" before knowingly or intentionally exposing anyone to a listed chemical.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Under the safe harbor provisions of the regulations, warnings are required for purchases made over the internet following the methods in Section 25602(b). Warnings must be provided to the consumer prior to completing the purchase, and a warning must be provided via any one of the four methods for consumer products in Section 25602, subsections (a)(1)-(4). For a website warning, if a label is used for a product warning, a business may opt to provide a hyperlink to the warning, or a picture of the warning label used on the product. In addition, if an on-product (short-form) warning is provided on the product label, the website warning may use the same content.
A “short-form” warning may be provided on a product in accordance with Section 25602(a)(4). This section requires that the entire warning be in a type size no smaller than the largest type size used for other “consumer information” on the product, and in any case the warning must not be in a type size smaller than 6-point type. “Consumer information” is defined in Section 25600.1(c), and includes warnings, directions for use, ingredient lists, and nutritional information, but does not include the brand name, product name, company name, location of manufacture, or product advertising.
“In accordance with Section 25602(a)(1-4) and (b) of California Proposition 65, please be advised of the following:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov”
With some exceptions, the warning symbol is a required element of safe harbor warning content. The symbol consists of a black exclamation point in a yellow equilateral triangle with a bold, black outline. The symbol must be placed to the left of the text of the warning in a size no smaller than the height of the word “WARNING”. If the sign, label, or shelf tag for the product is not printed using the color yellow, the symbol may be provided in black and white. Businesses may download the symbols provided below for use in Proposition 65 warnings. A business wishing to provide a safe harbor warning must meet all applicable requirements of the Article 6 Clear and Reasonable Warnings regulations.
If a warning is placed on a product label or posted or distributed at a workplace, a business, or in rental housing, the business issuing the warning is aware or believes that it is exposing individuals to one or more listed chemicals.
By law, a warning must be given for listed chemicals unless the exposure is low enough to pose no significant risk of cancer or is significantly below levels observed to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
A warning of this type is also required for such commonly used products as these:
- Goods made of or containing leather, vinyl, foam, plastics and other synthetics
- Glassware, ceramics, and tableware
- Batteries and/or products containing batteries
- Beauty and personal hygiene products (including first-aid kits and lotions)
- Medicines, alcohol and even fish
More About Proposition 65
Proposition 65 is unique in several ways. Unlike California regulatory statute AB 1108 or federal regulations imposed by the US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CSPSIA), Proposition 65 does not restrict or regulate sale of goods containing listed chemicals. Nor does it apply only to products used by children or to care for children. Proposition 65 warnings must be provided to California residents of every age. While this law does specify maximum permitted "safe harbor" limits for listed substances, there are no corresponding minimum amounts. Any detectable amount of a listed substance requires sellers to warn consumers against the risk of possible exposure. Proposition 65 lists only four of six phthalates regulated by AB 1108 and CPSIA (DEHP, DBP, BBP and DIDP). One additional phthalate (DnHP) not regulated by CPSIA or California AB 1108 is listed under Proposition 65:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) | PHTHALATE REGULATION
Dear Customer:
The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) was enacted on August 14, 2008. This law prompted new testing procedures and requirements for children's toys and childcare articles. The new CPSIA uses the standard ASTM F963 as a determining basis for the definition of a "children's toy" or "childcare article". The purpose of the CPSIA law is to ensure that children are not exposed to lead and certain phthalates while playing, sleeping, or eating. Currently sporting goods, camping goods, playground equipment, and athletic equipment are excluded from the CPSIA and are not considered children's toys unless such products are toy versions.
Phthalates-a family of chemicals that make plastics soft and pliable-are commonly used in the manufacture of PVC vinyl material. A wide spectrum of products is fabricated from PVC vinyl including furniture, shoes, purses, toys, bags, baby bibs, sporting equipment and hand tools.
Both federal (CPSIA) and California (AB1108) law limit the amount of certain phthalates that can be used in children’s toys and childcare items.
A children’s toy is a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to be used by children when they play. A child-care article is defined as a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to facilitate sleep, relaxation, or the feeding of children, or to help children with sucking or teething.
Toys used by children younger than 3 years old or that may possibly be placed in a child’s mouth-as well as all child-care items--must not contain phthalates known as BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP in concentrations greater than 0.1%.
Resilite Sports Products, Inc., a leading athletic mat and protective padding manufacturer, designs and produces athletic training products for a variety of ages. Resilite's products are designed as commercial, gym-quality products and are not toys or toy versions of athletic equipment, nor are they sold for use during unsupervised play by children.
Although our products are not designed as toys, we realize they may be used by a variety of ages and skill levels. Resilite's 18oz. vinyl fabric used in a variety of products is formulated to meet the requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Act of 2008, Sections 101 and 108.
The vinyl used in these products does not contain lead compounds, nor do they contain any of the six phthalate compounds listed in the Act (BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP) more than 0.1%.
For more information about Proposition 65 and its current complete substance list, contact OEHHA's Proposition 65 program at (916) 445-6900 or visit http://www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65.html.
WARRANTY AND WARNING INFORMATION
We stand by the strength, design, and build quality of all our Products and offer the following warranty subject to the terms and conditions herein. Resilite warrants its products to be free from defects in materials or workmanship during conventional use and installation for the periods identified herein when the Products are used under normal uses and conditions as described in more detail below.
PLEASE READ THE FULL DOCUMENT. THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.
During the warranty period Resilite will, at no additional charge to you, repair or replace (at Resilite’s discretion) any part of a Product if it becomes defective, malfunctions, or otherwise fails to conform to this Warranty. All labor relating to installation or removal of a Product in connection with this warranty shall be the responsibility of the owner.
Original proof of purchase is required to invoke this warranty. The warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Product for so long as the original purchaser owns the Product. This warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners after the original purchaser. This warranty may be voided for any product that has been damaged due to negligent or faulty use, alteration, maintenance, storage, or handling by the original purchaser. Any alterations or conditions resulting from work performed by any person not affiliated with Resilite are excluded from this warranty, including any impacts that result from alteration of the product, floor mats, or wall mat installations by other companies or individuals not affiliated with Resilite.
Any specific issues relating to a Resilite Product concerning the application or scope of this Warranty will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and subject to the discretion of Resilite.
MAT PRODUCTS COVERED BY THE WARRANTY
3-Year Guarantee on Vinyl-Coated Classic Mats.
All foam wrestling mats are subject to expansion and contraction due to environmental and physical conditions. Vinyl-coated mats are subject to shrinkage and, therefore, are oversized to compensate for such.
As a one-time offer on classic practice room mats, customers can add filler strips to their order as long as they do not trim or alter the foam. The filler strips are to be no larger than the 4% variance of the shrinkage. The customer is required to pay for the freight for the filler strips. Custom colors are not available for filler strips.
Vinyl mats must be taped between sections when in use.
A Note About Vinyl-Coated Mats
All foam wrestling mats are subject to expansion and contraction due to environmental and physical conditions. Vinyl-coated mats are subject to shrinkage; therefore, mats are oversized to compensate for this shrinkage. Resilite guarantees the mats to be within a +/- 4% tolerance.
3-Year Limited Guarantee on FLEX3 Mats, LiteWeight Mats, Zip Mats, FLEX3 Zip Mats, and DigiPrint Mats.
Allowing tape to adhere to a mat for an extended period may damage the ink and top-coated mat surface. Coverage for ink and topcoat on all DigiPrint and UltraPrint mats is for one (1) year only. Using tape on the zip system will void the warranty.
DigiPrint and UltraPrint mats must be rolled with the provided tube, or the warranty is voided.
1-Year Guarantee on Kwik-Stik Wall Padding, LiteWeight Wall Padding, and FLEX3 Wall Padding
1-Year Guarantee on Fabric Covered Mats, and Wainscot Wall Panels
Products Sold AS-IS on Website
This warranty does not apply to any product sold “as-is” on the website. Such “as is” Products are sold at a reduced cost, and therefore no warranties cover these Products. The items on the website are provided “as is” and without warranties - expressed or implied.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
The guarantee stated above is valid only if the Product has been handled in full observance of the Care and Handling Instructions provided with each mat; has been subjected to standard usage for the purpose for which the mats were designed; has not been subject to vandalism, misuse, neglect, or accident; has not been subjected to addition or subtraction of pieces; and has not been modified or altered by persons other than Resilite or its designees in any respect which, in the judgment of Resilite, affects the condition or operation of the mats.
This Warranty is void if the Product is improperly stored, assembled, altered and/or modified in any way. The Product requires maintenance, and this warranty does not cover claims for damage or defects resulting from failure to maintain or improper maintenance, or any defects relating to poor or lack of preventive maintenance. This warranty does not cover cosmetic defects including, but not limited to, scratches, scuff marks, denting or compression from incorrect storage, marring, fading, discoloring, weathering, normal wear and tear, or damage due to neglect.
DISCLAIMED WARRANTIES – IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT.
The duration of the warranty is measured from the original purchase date on the original invoice. In the event a Product is repaired or replaced, the warranty period does not re-start.
No representation - oral or written - of any Resilite representative may be substituted for the terms and conditions set forth herein.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Resilite shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind resulting from or relating to its Products or any of the terms and conditions of this warranty.
Under no circumstances shall Resilite’s liability in relation to this Warranty exceed the total value of the Product purchased by the customer.
Further, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim that you may have against Resilite relating to this Warranty on an individual basis in arbitration, and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action. You and Resilite are each waiving your right to a trial by jury. You are precluded from bringing any class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action against Resilite and from participating in or recovering relief in any current or future class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action brought against Resilite by another person. All disputes, claims, or controversies between You and Resilite shall be resolved only in individual arbitration. The parties expressly waive the right to have any dispute, claim, or controversy brought, heard, administered, resolved, or arbitrated as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, and/or representative action, and neither an arbitrator nor an arbitration provider shall have any authority to hear, arbitrate, or administer any class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, and/or representative action, or to award relief to anyone but the individual in arbitration. The parties also expressly waive the right to seek, recover, or obtain any non-individual relief. Notwithstanding anything else in this agreement, this Class Action Waiver does not prevent you or Resilite from participating in a class-wide, collective, and/or representative settlement of claims.
If any portion of this Warranty is deemed unenforceable or unlawful, such portions shall be severed, and severance of those portions shall have no impact whatsoever on the enforceability, applicability, or the validity of the remaining portions of the Warranty.
Resilite will continue to improve the design of mats available for your athletic needs. Therefore, we reserve the right to make substitutions or change specifications without notice when, in our opinion, these changes will benefit the customer. Any change in Resilite’s published specifications will not affect Resilite’s Guarantee.
WARRANTY CLAIM PROCESSING
Warranty claims must be accompanied by proof of purchase. Claims must be in writing and include photographic documentation of the claimed defect. To submit a claim, under the terms of the warranty, the buyer must: provide a written statement of the claim, a copy of the original invoice, and supporting photographic evidence to assist Resilite with evaluating the claim. Send all three items noted above to: warranty@resilite.com. Under no circumstance should a mat be returned without written permission from Resilite.
Resilite will examine each claim on a case-by-case basis and in its discretion address such alleged non-conformity, either by repairing the defective Products or a replacement
Loss or Damage in Transit with Public Carrier
If the customer arranges their own freight on the original invoice, customer will be responsible for the freight costs to and from the factory for any repairs or replacement Product under this warranty. In any event, under no circumstances shall Resilite cover freight charges outside the continental United States. The customer assumes risk of loss or damage during shipment if the customer arranges its own freight. Resilite’s responsibility ends when the customer signs the bill of lading, which is our receipt that the shipment was complete and in good condition. It is the customer’s responsibility to check the number of pieces received against the number shown on the freight bill and our bill of lading. Note the freight bill with shortages or damage before it is signed.
If Resilite Sports Products, Inc. mistakenly listed a product at an incorrect price, Resilite reserves the right to refuse or cancel any such orders whether the order has been confirmed and your credit card has been charged. If the order has gone through on your credit card, Resilite will refund the entire amount of the incorrect prices.
CALIFORNIA PROP 65
Information for California Customers
Please Read This Information Carefully
Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By requiring that this information be provided, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed decisions about their exposures to these chemicals.
Proposition 65 also prohibits California businesses from knowingly discharging significant amounts of listed chemicals into sources of drinking water.
Proposition 65 requires California to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 900 chemicals since it was first published in 1987.
Two requirements of Proposition 65 are:
- Each year, California's Governor must publish a list of substances determined by the state to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Nearly 900 chemicals are currently listed.
- Any entity doing business in California and/or selling products to California residents must provide buyers of products containing any listed chemical with a "clear and reasonable warning" before knowingly or intentionally exposing anyone to a listed chemical.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Under the safe harbor provisions of the regulations, warnings are required for purchases made over the internet following the methods in Section 25602(b). Warnings must be provided to the consumer prior to completing the purchase, and a warning must be provided via any one of the four methods for consumer products in Section 25602, subsections (a)(1)-(4). For a website warning, if a label is used for a product warning, a business may opt to provide a hyperlink to the warning, or a picture of the warning label used on the product. In addition, if an on-product (short-form) warning is provided on the product label, the website warning may use the same content.
A “short-form” warning may be provided on a product in accordance with Section 25602(a)(4). This section requires that the entire warning be in a type size no smaller than the largest type size used for other “consumer information” on the product, and in any case the warning must not be in a type size smaller than 6-point type. “Consumer information” is defined in Section 25600.1(c), and includes warnings, directions for use, ingredient lists, and nutritional information, but does not include the brand name, product name, company name, location of manufacture, or product advertising.
“In accordance with Section 25602(a)(1-4) and (b) of California Proposition 65, please be advised of the following:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov”
With some exceptions, the warning symbol is a required element of safe harbor warning content. The symbol consists of a black exclamation point in a yellow equilateral triangle with a bold, black outline. The symbol must be placed to the left of the text of the warning in a size no smaller than the height of the word “WARNING”. If the sign, label, or shelf tag for the product is not printed using the color yellow, the symbol may be provided in black and white. Businesses may download the symbols provided below for use in Proposition 65 warnings. A business wishing to provide a safe harbor warning must meet all applicable requirements of the Article 6 Clear and Reasonable Warnings regulations.
If a warning is placed on a product label or posted or distributed at a workplace, a business, or in rental housing, the business issuing the warning is aware or believes that it is exposing individuals to one or more listed chemicals.
By law, a warning must be given for listed chemicals unless the exposure is low enough to pose no significant risk of cancer or is significantly below levels observed to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
A warning of this type is also required for such commonly used products as these:
- Goods made of or containing leather, vinyl, foam, plastics and other synthetics
- Glassware, ceramics, and tableware
- Batteries and/or products containing batteries
- Beauty and personal hygiene products (including first-aid kits and lotions)
- Medicines, alcohol and even fish
More About Proposition 65
Proposition 65 is unique in several ways. Unlike California regulatory statute AB 1108 or federal regulations imposed by the US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CSPSIA), Proposition 65 does not restrict or regulate sale of goods containing listed chemicals. Nor does it apply only to products used by children or to care for children. Proposition 65 warnings must be provided to California residents of every age. While this law does specify maximum permitted "safe harbor" limits for listed substances, there are no corresponding minimum amounts. Any detectable amount of a listed substance requires sellers to warn consumers against the risk of possible exposure. Proposition 65 lists only four of six phthalates regulated by AB 1108 and CPSIA (DEHP, DBP, BBP and DIDP). One additional phthalate (DnHP) not regulated by CPSIA or California AB 1108 is listed under Proposition 65:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) | PHTHALATE REGULATION
Dear Customer:
The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) was enacted on August 14, 2008. This law prompted new testing procedures and requirements for children's toys and childcare articles. The new CPSIA uses the standard ASTM F963 as a determining basis for the definition of a "children's toy" or "childcare article". The purpose of the CPSIA law is to ensure that children are not exposed to lead and certain phthalates while playing, sleeping, or eating. Currently sporting goods, camping goods, playground equipment, and athletic equipment are excluded from the CPSIA and are not considered children's toys unless such products are toy versions.
Phthalates-a family of chemicals that make plastics soft and pliable-are commonly used in the manufacture of PVC vinyl material. A wide spectrum of products is fabricated from PVC vinyl including furniture, shoes, purses, toys, bags, baby bibs, sporting equipment and hand tools.
Both federal (CPSIA) and California (AB1108) law limit the amount of certain phthalates that can be used in children’s toys and childcare items.
A children’s toy is a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to be used by children when they play. A child-care article is defined as a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to facilitate sleep, relaxation, or the feeding of children, or to help children with sucking or teething.
Toys used by children younger than 3 years old or that may possibly be placed in a child’s mouth-as well as all child-care items--must not contain phthalates known as BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP in concentrations greater than 0.1%.
Resilite Sports Products, Inc., a leading athletic mat and protective padding manufacturer, designs and produces athletic training products for a variety of ages. Resilite's products are designed as commercial, gym-quality products and are not toys or toy versions of athletic equipment, nor are they sold for use during unsupervised play by children.
Although our products are not designed as toys, we realize they may be used by a variety of ages and skill levels. Resilite's 18oz. vinyl fabric used in a variety of products is formulated to meet the requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Act of 2008, Sections 101 and 108.
The vinyl used in these products does not contain lead compounds, nor do they contain any of the six phthalate compounds listed in the Act (BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP) more than 0.1%.
For more information about Proposition 65 and its current complete substance list, contact OEHHA's Proposition 65 program at (916) 445-6900 or visit http://www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65.html.
WARNINGS
Any activity involving motion, height, wall collisions or physical contact creates the possibility of serious bodily injury, including permanent paralysis, or death, from falling or landing on the neck, head, or other parts of the body.
This mat/pad cannot, and does not, eliminate this hazard.
You still assume a risk of serious injury when using this mat/pad.
This risk can be reduced by following the guidance below as well as the Instructions for Care, Handling, and Safe Use booklet provided with the mat/pad.
WARNINGS ON WRESTLING MATS
Use this mat ONLY under the supervision of trained and qualified instructors. Any use without trained supervision is HAZARDOUS and risks serious injury. Coaches/instructors should never permit unsupervised use by athletes.
Athletes: Know your own limitations and follow progressive training practices. Always consult your coach/instructor for proper technique when using this mat.
Before performing maneuvers on this mat, instructors and users should always assess the user’s ability to safely accomplish the maneuvers. Consider the speed and type of the drill; skill level, size, and age of the users; number of participants, and available space.
Instructors and users of this mat should always make sure that they have enough space to perform the chosen maneuver properly and safely. Allow an adequate buffer zone between you and other users and from the end of the mat. Note that each maneuver or drill may require different buffer zones. Do not perform a maneuver on this mat if you are uncertain of the amount of space needed.
Perform all maneuvers to avoid contact with instructors, bystanders, or other users, and to avoid going outside the perimeter of the mat. It may be necessary to add additional mats to the outside perimeter of this mat(s) to create a proper safety area.
Mat protection may vary according to room temperature. Mat shock absorbency performs best when room temperature is between 68 degrees F and 72 degrees F. If temperature exceeds 78 degrees F, additional padding may be necessary to meet minimum shock-absorbency standards as tested in accordance with ASTMF355, Test Method for Shock Absorbing Properties of Playing Surface Systems and Materials.
Body slams or similar severe impacts, which are illegal under the rules of wrestling, are dangerous and may result in serious injury or death. For wrestling purposes, always follow current National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS), National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), or International Federation of Associated Wrestling Style (FILA) standards, rules, and guidelines.
Tape or secure mats properly prior to every use to minimize movement during use. Mats are often constructed in sections. Each section should be properly taped or secured prior to each use to avoid injury from movement during use of the mat.
Do not store mats on mat transporters. Read and follow Instructions for Care, Handling, and Safe Use to reduce risk of serious bodily injury or death, and risk of permanent mat damage.
When using this mat, you still assume a risk of serious injury. The risk can be reduced by using the mat only under the supervision of trained instructors and by complying with the Instructions for Care, Handling, and Safe Use accompanying the mat.
WARNINGS ON WALL MATS
Use this mat ONLY under the supervision of trained and qualified instructors. Any use without trained supervision is HAZARDOUS and risks serious injury. Coaches/instructors should never permit unsupervised use by athletes.
Athletes: Know your own limitations and follow progressive training practices. Always consult your coach/instructor for proper technique.
Wall mats may offer different levels of protection based on the density of the foam core. Before performing maneuvers near this wall mat, instructors and users should always assess the type of protection needed and the user’s ability to safely accomplish the maneuvers. Consider the speed and type of the drill; wall mat protection; skill level, size, and age of the users; number of participants, and available space.
Instructors and users of this mat should always make sure they have enough space to perform the chosen maneuver properly and safely. Allow an adequate buffer zone from other users and from the wall mat. Note that each maneuver or drill may require different buffer zones. Do not perform a maneuver if you are uncertain of the amount of space needed.
Perform all maneuvers to avoid contact with instructors, bystanders, or other users, and to avoid going outside the perimeter of this mat.
It may be necessary to add additional mats to the outside perimeter area of this mat/mats to create a proper safety mat area.
Mat protection may vary according to room temperature.
Inspect wall mats prior to any activity. Specifically identify any deterioration of the covering and or foam material. Do not use if foam material is missing or deteriorated. Also, ensure the integrity of the mat mounted to wall surface. Repair or replace as required.
Always follow recommended installation procedures when installing wall padding. Wall padding / mats should always be installed NO MORE THAN 4" from the floor surface.
WARNINGS ON THE USE OF RESILITE SEWN MATS AND PADS
Resilite Mats and Pads are made for use in any number of recreational and sports-related activities. While they are intended to diminish the probability of an injury, under no circumstances should the user ever assume a mat or pad will eliminate the possibility of an injury. Any activity involving motion or height creates an inherent risk of a serious or even catastrophic injury, including paralysis and death. The user of any mat or pad therefore assumes this risk. Head, neck, and chest first landings should always be avoided.
Always inspect the mat or pad before each use. If there are signs of wear including but not limited to; holes or tears in the cover, or if the foam core shows signs of deterioration, soft spots, or tears do not use the mat.
The life expectancy of a mat or pad is dependent upon the frequency and severity of the impacts it is subjected to over time. If the user can compress the mat enough to feel the surface below, the mat should be discarded and replaced. If you are unsure of the mat or pad’s ability to function as intended, do not use it!
Only use mats under the supervision of trained and qualified instructors and/or spotters.
Know your limitations and the limitations of the mat, and always follow progressive learning techniques.
Always use overhead spotting and belay apparatus with a trained and qualified spotter when applicable.
Before each use always inspect for damage and to ensure the mat or pad is in the proper position for the mats’ intended use.
SEWN MATS CARE AND HANDLING
To maximize the life of your mats proper care of both the cover and the foam core is important. Resilite uses high quality made in America vinyl for our covers that are resistant to mold, mildew, and bacterial growth. Our foam cores are made using high quality Polyurethanes and Polyethylenes necessary for the application of the mat.
The Vinyl cover can be cleaned and disinfected using anything from mild soap and water to diluted household cleaners. If using something other than mild soap and water, always test it on a small spot on the bottom of the mat to ensure it will not damage, discolor, or delaminate the vinyl before cleaning the rest of the mat. When finished always use a damp cloth to remove any residue that the cleaning solution may have left behind, and then dry the mat with a soft, clean cloth.
On mats that have zippered covers, periodically open the cover, and inspect the foam core for damage and wear. On larger mats foam cores or modules can be flipped, spun, or even relocated should a soft spot develop. If it’s not possible to move a soft spot that is in a repetitive high impact location, the mat should be removed from use and replaced. In some cases, if the cover is in good condition, the foam core can be replaced. Call us at 800-843-6287 to discuss the possibility.
When relocating your mats always use the handles and never drag the mat over rough surfaces like concrete to avoid damaging the vinyl cover.
CALIFORNIA PROP 65
Information for California Customers
Please Read This Information Carefully
Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By requiring that this information be provided, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed decisions about their exposures to these chemicals.
Proposition 65 also prohibits California businesses from knowingly discharging significant amounts of listed chemicals into sources of drinking water.
Proposition 65 requires California to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 900 chemicals since it was first published in 1987.
Two requirements of Proposition 65 are:
- Each year, California's Governor must publish a list of substances determined by the state to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Nearly 900 chemicals are currently listed.
- Any entity doing business in California and/or selling products to California residents must provide buyers of products containing any listed chemical with a "clear and reasonable warning" before knowingly or intentionally exposing anyone to a listed chemical.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Under the safe harbor provisions of the regulations, warnings are required for purchases made over the internet following the methods in Section 25602(b). Warnings must be provided to the consumer prior to completing the purchase, and a warning must be provided via any one of the four methods for consumer products in Section 25602, subsections (a)(1)-(4). For a website warning, if a label is used for a product warning, a business may opt to provide a hyperlink to the warning, or a picture of the warning label used on the product. In addition, if an on-product (short-form) warning is provided on the product label, the website warning may use the same content.
A “short-form” warning may be provided on a product in accordance with Section 25602(a)(4). This section requires that the entire warning be in a type size no smaller than the largest type size used for other “consumer information” on the product, and in any case the warning must not be in a type size smaller than 6-point type. “Consumer information” is defined in Section 25600.1(c), and includes warnings, directions for use, ingredient lists, and nutritional information, but does not include the brand name, product name, company name, location of manufacture, or product advertising.
“In accordance with Section 25602(a)(1-4) and (b) of California Proposition 65, please be advised of the following:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov”
With some exceptions, the warning symbol is a required element of safe harbor warning content. The symbol consists of a black exclamation point in a yellow equilateral triangle with a bold, black outline. The symbol must be placed to the left of the text of the warning in a size no smaller than the height of the word “WARNING”. If the sign, label, or shelf tag for the product is not printed using the color yellow, the symbol may be provided in black and white. Businesses may download the symbols provided below for use in Proposition 65 warnings. A business wishing to provide a safe harbor warning must meet all applicable requirements of the Article 6 Clear and Reasonable Warnings regulations.
If a warning is placed on a product label or posted or distributed at a workplace, a business, or in rental housing, the business issuing the warning is aware or believes that it is exposing individuals to one or more listed chemicals.
By law, a warning must be given for listed chemicals unless the exposure is low enough to pose no significant risk of cancer or is significantly below levels observed to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
A warning of this type is also required for such commonly used products as these:
- Goods made of or containing leather, vinyl, foam, plastics and other synthetics
- Glassware, ceramics, and tableware
- Batteries and/or products containing batteries
- Beauty and personal hygiene products (including first-aid kits and lotions)
- Medicines, alcohol and even fish
More About Proposition 65
Proposition 65 is unique in several ways. Unlike California regulatory statute AB 1108 or federal regulations imposed by the US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CSPSIA), Proposition 65 does not restrict or regulate sale of goods containing listed chemicals. Nor does it apply only to products used by children or to care for children. Proposition 65 warnings must be provided to California residents of every age. While this law does specify maximum permitted "safe harbor" limits for listed substances, there are no corresponding minimum amounts. Any detectable amount of a listed substance requires sellers to warn consumers against the risk of possible exposure. Proposition 65 lists only four of six phthalates regulated by AB 1108 and CPSIA (DEHP, DBP, BBP and DIDP). One additional phthalate (DnHP) not regulated by CPSIA or California AB 1108 is listed under Proposition 65:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) | PHTHALATE REGULATION
Dear Customer:
The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) was enacted on August 14, 2008. This law prompted new testing procedures and requirements for children's toys and childcare articles. The new CPSIA uses the standard ASTM F963 as a determining basis for the definition of a "children's toy" or "childcare article". The purpose of the CPSIA law is to ensure that children are not exposed to lead and certain phthalates while playing, sleeping, or eating. Currently sporting goods, camping goods, playground equipment, and athletic equipment are excluded from the CPSIA and are not considered children's toys unless such products are toy versions.
Phthalates-a family of chemicals that make plastics soft and pliable-are commonly used in the manufacture of PVC vinyl material. A wide spectrum of products is fabricated from PVC vinyl including furniture, shoes, purses, toys, bags, baby bibs, sporting equipment and hand tools.
Both federal (CPSIA) and California (AB1108) law limit the amount of certain phthalates that can be used in children’s toys and childcare items.
A children’s toy is a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to be used by children when they play. A child-care article is defined as a product designed or intended by the manufacturer to facilitate sleep, relaxation, or the feeding of children, or to help children with sucking or teething.
Toys used by children younger than 3 years old or that may possibly be placed in a child’s mouth-as well as all child-care items--must not contain phthalates known as BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP in concentrations greater than 0.1%.
Resilite Sports Products, Inc., a leading athletic mat and protective padding manufacturer, designs and produces athletic training products for a variety of ages. Resilite's products are designed as commercial, gym-quality products and are not toys or toy versions of athletic equipment, nor are they sold for use during unsupervised play by children.
Although our products are not designed as toys, we realize they may be used by a variety of ages and skill levels. Resilite's 18oz. vinyl fabric used in a variety of products is formulated to meet the requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Act of 2008, Sections 101 and 108.
The vinyl used in these products does not contain lead compounds, nor do they contain any of the six phthalate compounds listed in the Act (BBP, DBP, DEHP, DnOP, DINP or DIDP) more than 0.1%.
For more information about Proposition 65 and its current complete substance list, contact OEHHA's Proposition 65 program at (916) 445-6900 or visit http://www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65.html.
