Takata Airbag Repairs Lagging, As Recalled Vehicles Remain on US Roads
January 28, 2015, Aboutlawsuits.com
Manufacturer’s inability to complete all necessary repairs leaves millions of vehicle passengers at risk. Takota struggling with demands of 10 different auto makers.
Industry Group Pinpoints Focus on Prop 65 Proposed Labeling Regulations
February 2, 2015, Rubber News
Adhesive group to focus on California proposed changes to hazard labeling requirements. Claim “misguided attempt…to characterize safe products…as being inherently dangerous.”
EU Product Safety Legislation Overhaul
January 30, 2015, Lexicology
Nine new directives cut across industry sectors and continue the process of aligning pre-existing legislation to new framework. Proposal includes stricter documentation and notification rules.
Singapore Spot Checks on Product Safety Stepped Up
February 1, 2015, Asiaone.com
Activity has tripled since year ago. Drive to ensure retailers and suppliers comply with regulations for electrical, electronic, and gas products.
5 Unexpected Home Hazards Send Too Many Kids to the ER (Op-Ed)
February 2, 2015, Live Science
Doctor/parent urges awareness of safety lapses that threaten infants and children. Safe storage, age appropriate toys and equipment, and contents of handbags among perils listed.
NEMA AND UL Announce Revision to UL 943 GFCI Standard
February 5, 2015, Electrical Construction & Maintenance
New self-test and power denial feature responds to condition where GFCI units may not operate properly and pose risk.
Turrell Fund Provides $17,500 to Purchase Safety Cribs
February 5, 2015, SFGate
Northern New Jersey group able to purchase 115 cribs for low income area. “Project Safety Crib” allows purchase of compliant products and parent education.
Greece to Block Controversial EU-US Trade Deal?
February 3, 2015, Telesurtv.net
Supporters say the proposed pact will streamline trade and compliment the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Critics claim “irreversible impacts”, on health, food, labor, product safety, environment, social standards as well as privacy standards.
The New Regulations: Will They Hurt Your Business?
February 1, 2015, Life Science Leader
EU revises reporting format for 2016 adoption, as FDA introduces new mandatory electronic reporting for medical devises, drugs, and vaccines effective in 2015.
10 Ways Businesses Unknowingly Break the Law
February 2, 2015, Forbes.com
Among common mistakes in running a business is selling products that have been recalled under government regulations.
A Guide to the Core Components of Supply Chain Management
February 3, 2015, ebnonline.com
Three primary drivers of a successful system are demand management, supply planning, and analytics workbench.
