What is the purpose of the Poison Prevention Packaging Act?

The purpose of the Poison Prevention Packaging Act is to ensure safe packaging of medications. This legislation was enacted to reduce the risks of poisoning, particularly for children, by requiring that most prescription medications and some over-the-counter products be packaged in child-resistant containers. This act aims to minimize accidental poisoning incidents by making it more difficult for children to open containers that hold potentially harmful substances. Child-resistant packaging is designed to be accessible to adults, while still providing a barrier to young children. This emphasizes the importance of safety in household products and the need to protect vulnerable populations from toxic exposure.