The right to safety - To be protected against products, production processes and services which are hazardous to health or life.
The right to be informed - To be given the facts needed to make an informed choice, and to be protected against dishonest or misleading advertising and labelling. The right to choose - To be able to select from a range of products and services, offered at competitive prices with an assurance of satisfactory quality. The right to be heard - To have consumer interests represented in the making and execution of government policy, and in the development of products and services. The right to redress - To receive a fair settlement of just claims, including compensation for misrepresentation, shoddy goods or unsatisfactory services. The right to consumer education - To acquire knowledge and skills needed to make informed, confident choices about goods and services, while being aware of basic consumer rights and responsibilities and how to act on them.