Clearer Expectations For The CPSC In The Biden Era
November 14, 2020, National Law Review
Now that Joe Biden will take over the White House in January, the near future for the CPSC is a little clearer. While there are still a couple key unknowns, we can now get closer to answering what the CPSC of 2021 and beyond will look like.
CDC Says Wearing A Mask Protects Both You And Everyone Else
November 10, 2020, NBC News
Wearing a mask not only protects others from the spread of COVID-19, but it protects the wearer as well, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said recently in its strongest messaging yet on face coverings.
Senators Introduce COVID-19 Consumer Protection Legislation
November 12, 2020, WIBW
The bill would require the CPSC to study injuries and deaths caused by products during the COVID-19 pandemic and evaluate the impact of the injuries on members of vulnerable groups and work with the media to distribute information.
You’re Delegating. It’s Not Working. Here’s Why.
November 12, 2020, Harvard Business Review
Many managers know the supposed benefits of delegation: It offers the opportunity to develop employees, while removing tasks from your never-ending to-do list. While many individuals find delegation is good in theory, it falls apart in practice.
Legislative Update: PFAS Consumer Products Regulation
November 14, 2020, National Law Review
As 2020 comes to a close and we begin to discuss in earnest the potential impacts of a Biden-Harris administration on U.S. environmental policy, it is important to look at the current and potential PFAS consumer products regulations.
AI Computer Vision Used On E-Scooters To Detect Pedestrians
November 1, 2020, Smart Cities World
European e-scooter operator Voi Technology and micromobility start-up Luna have teamed to integrate computer vision for e-scooters that will help detect pedestrians and pavements.
Sound The Alarm: Pants Do Catch Fire; CPSC Urges Seniors To Stay Vigilant About Clothing Fire Safety
November 12, 2020, CPSC
Did you know that older Americans (over 65) are one of the groups at greatest risk of dying in a fire? Seniors are 16% of the population, but they account for 77% of the deaths from clothing fires. The CPSC wants to sound the alarm on this sobering statistic, by reminding our senior community to stay vigilant about fire safety.
New Consumer Agenda: European Commission To Empower Consumers To Become The Driver Of Transition
November 13, 2020, European Commission
The European Commission launched the New Consumer Agenda to empower European consumers to play an active role in the green and digital transitions. The Agenda also addresses how to increase consumer protection and resilience during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, which brought significant challenges affecting the daily lives of consumers.
Protect Your Family Before And After Hurricane Eta
November 6, 2020, Health News Digest
As Hurricane Eta threatens several states, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning consumers to be prepared for power outages and to take steps now to keep their families safe.
Blog: Product Recall Insurance: Checking is the Best Policy
November 11, 2020, JDSupra
Over the last few years, a number of factors, including the introduction of a new UK regulator, the Office for Product Safety and Standards, and an increased international focus on enforcing product safety regulatory regimes, have led to an increase in the frequency of product recalls. This, and the fact that recalls are becoming more complex and expensive, has strengthened demand for product recall insurance.
Recall Roundup
November 10, 2020, The Sentinel
Candles, mugs, fitness timers recalled over fire, burn hazards.
Honoring Our Heroes
SPSP Website
SPSP makes a permanent home for the salute poster at its website.
