A scheme to identify faulty electric blankets has been set up.
Teesside Health Action Zone is urging people to book appointments to have their electric blankets tested for free in Hartlepool.
The tests will be carried out at the Civic Centre on September 23 and 24 and anyone wanting to make an appointment with a trading standards officer should call them on (01642) 523362.
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