Laundry Detergent Pods a Serious Poisoning Risk in Children
November 10, 2014, Pediatrics
New Pediatrics study urges parent and caregiver awareness on safe storage and handling. National Poison Data System shows over 17,000 children under 6 exposed to chemicals in pods; nearly 80% through ingestion. Exposures increased 645% from March, 2012 to April, 2013. Senator Charles E. Schumer asks CPSC, ASTM, and detergent companies to use child safety caps on pod packaging.
GM Ordered New Switches Ahead of Recall, E-mails Show
November 10, The Washington Post
Compay ordered parts 2 months prior to telling government of product recall. Federal prosecutors are investigating company’s conduct.
E-tailers May Come Under Consumer Protection Law
November 11, 2014 The Times of India
India government proposal calls for action against firms that refuse to take back defective products or issue refunds. Critics say plan leaves loop-hole between those who actually sell goods/services and those who just work as marketing entities.
Asean Auto Manufacturers Act on Deadly Airbags As Regulators Stay Mute
November 8, 2014, The Establishment Post
Southeast Asia-based automobile manufacturers and dealers claim swift reaction to replace potentially deadly airbags fitted to their vehicles sold in Asean. Three deaths and 139 injuries tied to Takata air bags. Honda widens recall as Takata denies hiding test results.
Food Product Safety Very Important: New Zealand PM
November 11, 2014, Xinhuanet
At the recent Asian economic summit in Beijing, John Key focuses on safety while encouraging Chinese investment in his country’s dairy industry.
Health Canada Alerts Parents and Caregivers to the Dangers of Swallowing Small Magnetic Parts from Mega Brands Magnetix Magnetic Building Sets
November 12, 2014, CNW-Health Canada
Canada’s safety agency removing high-powered magnets from the marketplace. Since 2006 there have been several voluntary recalls of children’s toys with powerful magnets where the magnetic parts were either small enough to be swallowed, or small powerful magnets were separating from the toy parts.
Philippines: DTI Orients Procurement Officers on Trade and Industry Regulations
November 10, 2014, Philippine Information Agency
Manufacturers must have government license and mark to sell products in country. Reaching out to industry to help assure compliance.
Industry calls for action against side-by-side regulations
November 6, 2014, PowerSports Business
RV Off-Road vehicle makers generate push back to CPSC proposed rule for mandatory standards. Urges consumers to contact members of Congress
Winter-Proof Your Supply Chain
November 10, 2014, EBN
Holiday period brings with it supply chain challenges. Adverse weather can cost logistics firms $2.2-3.5 billion annually due to delays, product integrity, and cargo protection issues.
Seen on Linked In: Study Finds Consumers Favor Product Safety Over Brand
November 13, 2014, Product Safety & Recall Directory
2012 TUV study shows consumers willing to pay more for products with 3rd party certification. Half of consumers surveyed had experience with unsafe product in past 5 years. Food and toys seen as safer than electronics.
