General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR) Policy for Digital Knitting Patterns

1. Compliance with Safety Standards

1.1. All digital knitting patterns provided by Hirismakes comply with applicable safety and quality standards to ensure safe use and end-user satisfaction.1.2. Patterns include clear and accurate instructions, charts, and materials recommendations to minimize risks, such as:

• Misuse of materials (e.g., unsafe fibers or accessories).

• Errors leading to unsafe finished items.

2. Clear Instructions

2.1. Hirismakes ensures that every pattern is tested to provide clear and precise instructions for knitters.2.2. Patterns specify:

• Recommended yarns, needle sizes, and gauge requirements.

• Important safety notes for items like baby clothing, toys, or accessories.

3. User Responsibility

3.1. Users are responsible for adhering to the instructions and ensuring the safety of materials used in their projects.3.2. For projects intended for children or babies, users should verify that all materials meet relevant local safety standards (e.g., non-toxic, hypoallergenic), and that buttons are safely affixed to the garment where applicable.

4. Updates and Corrections

4.1. If a safety issue or significant error is identified in a pattern, Hirismakes will issue an updated version and notify all users who purchased the pattern.4.2. Users can access updates by visiting www.hirismakes.co.uk.

5. Digital Accessibility

5.1. Patterns are provided in user-friendly digital formats (e.g., PDF) that are accessible on a wide range of devices.5.2. Hirismakes ensures file integrity for all downloads to prevent incomplete or corrupted files.

6. Risk Mitigation

6.1. While digital knitting patterns do not pose direct physical risks, Hirismakes takes measures to ensure safe practices by:

• Testing patterns to deliver reliable results.

• Including safety recommendations, especially for projects involving children or sensitive users.

7. Reporting and Feedback

7.1. Users are encouraged to report errors or potential safety concerns to Hirismakes via email at hirismakes@gmail.com.7.2. All feedback will be reviewed promptly, and corrective actions will be taken as needed.