House Approves Bill to Overhaul Chemical Regulation
June 24, Associated Press, wftv.com
If enacted, the bill would be the first significant update to the Toxic Substance Control Act since it was adopted in 1976. This bill, and a companion bill in the Senate, would set safety standards for tens of thousands of chemicals that are not regulated.
Product Liability in the 21st Century
June, 2015, Who’s Who Legal
While product manufacturers increasingly seek to access global markets, and develop their brands and reputations consistently around the world, the tendency has been to manage risks in a much more ad hoc, reactive, and localized manner – especially product liability risks. Attorney Rod Freeman explains that the convergence of regulatory compliance and product liability litigation make this an ineffective way to manage risks in the 21st century.
Car Seats That Make Sure the Baby on Board is Snug and Safe
June 27, 2015, The New York Times
A parent consumer describes the ins and outs of selecting car seats, where most often there is no safety variation between the lowest and highest costing seats. A lot depends on how the seats are installed and used.
Takata : McCaskill: No New Money for Auto Safety Agency Until It Cleans Up
June 23, 2015, 4-Traders
Senator says audit of NHTSA is “one of the worse I have ever seen in terms of a government agency.” She opposes more funding until there is “a system in place that is going to make this agency function like it’s supposed to.”
New Version of Children’s Nightwear Standard AS/NZS 1249:2014
June 23, 2015, 4-Traders
A new version of the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1249:2014 Children’s nightwear and limited daywear having reduced flammability was published on 30 June 2014 and will supersede the 2003 version. The new standard contains specific design, flammability performance and garment labeling requirements for four Categories of children’s nightwear garments, together with some daywear/ underwear items that may be commonly used as nightwear.
Consumer Trust Rivals Growth and Expansion as Key Concerns for Industry Execs
June 23, 2015, The Financial
A new survey by KPMG and Consumer Goods Forum of consumer industry executives from 41 countries shows that 61% have a priority of building consumer trust. Reports suggests a “knowledge gap” that may be hindering growth exists in some segments in understanding the needs of consumers. Food, product safety, and consumer health rated as particularly important to building trust.
Government of Canada Celebrates Consumer Product Safety Achievements
June 19, 2015, Newswire.ca
Canadian officials use the 4th anniversary of the country’s product safety law to review some of their accomplishments that include a first-ever mandatory recall, finalized monetary penalties schedule, and issuing the first tri-national joint recall notice with the U.S. and Mexico
Risky Business: Cybersecurity And Supply Chain Management
June 23, 2015, Forbes
Security flaws in cell phones, personal data breaches at different retailers, and a hacking of government personnel records all have one thing in common according to this commentator: most security breaches occur from within. “Networked models of security are only as strong as the weakest link,” he advises. For many businesses, this means more vigilance throughout the supply chain.
Malta: Attention Developers & Buyers: New Lift Safety Rules And Regulations
June 18, 2015, Malta Sotheby’s International Realty
The new EU lifts directive affecting lift safety rules and regulations is set to come into effect on April 20, 2016. The new directive will affect property buyers and developers of apartment buildings as these need to ensure that all lift projects present in an apartment building and the building’s design meet the requirements set by the new directive.
