CPSC: Black & Decker Agrees to $1.575 Million Civil Penalty, Internal Compliance Program, for Failure to Report Defective Lawnmowers
April 29, 2015, Reuters, CPSC News Release
Settles matter of cordless electric lawnmowers that started spontaneously and continued operation after consumers released handle. Case was subject to maximum penalty of $1.825 million.
The Uphill Battle to Better Regulate Formaldehyde
May 3, 2015, The New York Times
Strange political bedfellows join in pressuring White House and EPA to ease testing requirements in new regulations. Republicans and Democrats, along with special interests, urge caution in government’s first ever effort to regulate formaldehyde inside most American homes.
Lumber Liquidators Braces for Criminal Charges
April 30, 2015, CNN Money
Justice Department seeks charges against the company under Lacy Act, which bars imports of illegally logged wood. Charge is on top of allegations that some LL imported flooring may contain toxic chemicals.
As Woes Mount, Lumber Liquidators Swings to 1Q loss
April 29, 2015, USA Today
Rising costs include legal and professional fees and a regulatory accrual, as shares sink to 3 year low. Heavy spending on promotions aimed at offsetting the fallout from CBS 60 Minutes report and on home testing kits for customers.
Trek Issues a Voluntary Safety Recall Notice Due to Safety Fears
April 27, 2015, Lexology
Nearly 1 million units potentially involved in U.S., Canada, and EU. Involves all units from model years 2000-2015 equipped with front disc brakes and a black or silver quick release lever on front wheel hub.
Blue Bell recalls products around the globe, China on the list
April 30, 2015, Shanghai Daily
Over 40.5 tons of product have been shipped to China since Feb. 2014. Distributors in that country have been notified and are removing products from the market.
Baby Cloths From China Stopped at Border
April 24, 2015, Buffalo News
Customs and Border Protection and CPSC target a shipment that testing confirmed “contained excessive and violative levels of lead on component parts of the clothing.”
Senate Committee Advances Chemical Safety Reforms
April 28, 2015, Huffington Post
Legislation advanced aimed at updating the nations’ 39 year old law governing chemical safety. Bill, called “an honest, balanced approach built on compromise,” draws bipartisan support.
California Drought: Supply Chain Disruption That Isn’t Easily Avoided
April 29, 2015, ZD Net
The latest water shortage in California is a reminder that natural disruptions are omnipresent within our supply chains.
8 Trends Boosting Supply Chain Efficiency
April 30, 2015, Enterprise Apps Today
Logistics is key area of focus. Top criteria include more intelligent order management systems, global supply chain compliance, and mobile apps in the warehouse.
US and UK Trade Groups Form Footwear Alliance
April 27, 2015, Just-Style
Aim is to enhance cooperation of footwear firms in the two countries in order to share marketplace data and regulatory insights.
