Boppy Recalls 3.3 Million Baby Pillows After 8 Infant Deaths
September 23, 2021, NPR
The Boppy Co., maker of nursing pillows, is recalling nearly 3.3 million of the newborn loungers, which have been linked to the death of 8 babies according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The deaths were reported December 2015 – June 2020, says the CPSC. Boppy said in a statement it is dedicated to “doing everything possible to safeguard babies,” including educating parents on the importance of warnings and instructions associated with unsafe sleep practices for infants.
IoT Is “Looming National Security Threat”
September 23, 2021, Washington Post
There is a ticking time bomb that we’ve embedded within our daily lives, from our water supply to Internet-connected thermostats, to WiFi-enabled tea kettles. The so-called Internet of Things, in which objects that used to be fully offline are now connected to the Internet, is a largely unregulated world. And because of that, it could easily become a source of immense tragedy if the government doesn’t pay more attention to this looming national security threat.
Why Mandates Make Us Feel Threatened
September 22, 2021, Harvard Business Review
As companies implement vaccine mandates, brain science can help leaders develop strategies for managing employee reactions. Mandates feel like a violation of autonomy, one of the five most important drivers of threat and reward in the brain.
Health Canada Warns Of The Potential Of Portable Firepot Hazard
September 22, 2021, Health Canada
Following Health Canada’s decision in 2019 that certain firepots that use pourable fuels pose a danger to human health or safety, the Agency recently completed a national compliance and enforcement project on portable firepots.
Study: Consumers Blame Manufacturer And Retailer When Products Fail</strong>
September 21, 2021, Notre Dame News
Product failures can be catastrophic for companies. Research from Notre Dame shows consumers often point the finger at more than one party for product failures. It warns retailers to be cautious about which brands they carry.
Bill Named After Texas Girl Who Died After Swallowing Button Battery
September 22, 2021, KWTX
Representatives Jodey Arrington and Robin Kelly have introduced ‘Reese’s Law,’ safety legislation to help prevent dangerous button battery ingestion. The law requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to develop stronger safety standards for button batteries within one year.
Report Calls For Expansion Of E-Scooters Despite Safety Concerns
September 23, 2021, Politics.co.uk
A report released recently calls on the government to legalize private and shared e-scooters. The report, published by the Centre for London examines how ‘micromobility’ vehicles such as e-scooters and e-bikes could help to reduce car use, cut carbon emissions, and improve air quality. Its recommendations include granting Transport for London the power to manage shared e-scooter schemes in the capital, ensuring all vehicles meet safety standards, and requiring operators to provide access to shared schemes in neighborhoods with fewer public transport options.
Employers Beware: 1 In 3 Americans Admit They Lied On Their Resumes
September 23, 2021, National Law Review
A recent ResumeBuilder survey found that 32% of Americans admit to lying on their resume. In the current highly active labor market, with 65% of employees searching for a new job according to the PwC US Pulse Survey, employers should carefully review incoming resumes. Interestingly, the ResumeBuilder survey found: 1) resume lies are most frequent among higher earners and 2) the most common lies surround years of experience and education.
Research: More Microplastics In Babies’ Feces Than In Adults
September 22, 2021, The Guardian
Infants have more microplastics in their feces than adults, a study has found. Human exposure to microplastics is a possible health concern, but little is known about its extent. Researchers from New York University School of Medicine discovered that infants have 10 to 20 times higher microplastic concentrations in their stool than adults, specifically when it comes to PET (polyethylene terephthalate) microplastics.
2/3s Of Those Surveyed Don’t Trust Tech Giants To Protect Against Scams, Dangerous Products Or Fake Reviews
September 24, 2021, Which?
A survey of 2,000 UK adults, conducted in September 2021, reveals trust among consumers in tech giants’ ability to protect them from these issues is shockingly low – with 68% saying they have little or no trust in online platforms to protect them from either scams, dangerous products or fake reviews. Consumer group, Which? has launched a campaign for new laws to protect people from scams, unsafe products and fake reviews, and believes urgent government action is needed to make platforms legally responsible for harmful content on their sites.
Honoring Our Heroes
SPSP Website
SPSP makes a permanent home for the salute poster at its website.
