New CPSC Chairman Says, “Growing Reliance On E-Commerce Has Challenges
October 27, 2021, CPSC.gov
“Since arriving at the CPSC a couple of weeks ago, I’ve been getting to know the hard-working, dedicated staff and have started to build upon the good work of my predecessors to enhance consumer product safety,” Alexander Hoehn-Saric said. ” We have a lot of work ahead of us. Starting with tackling the challenges associated with consumers’ growing reliance on e-commerce, the increasing complexity of products and the continuing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,” he continued.
Study: E-Bike Sales Up 240%. Risk – Fires, Injuries, Deaths
November 10, 2021, SmartCitiesDive
Fire department and safety officials are warning consumers and dealers to take precautions with electric bikes and scooters after an increase in dangerous battery fires. So far this year, the New York City Fire Department reported 72 injuries and three deaths.
Strategies To Help You Influence How Decisions Are Made
November 11, 2021, Harvard Business Review
Negotiators who understand the most common decision rules — majority rule, chair decides and unanimity/consensus. They also know how to navigate each for more favorable outcomes and to increase their influence beyond their formal authority.
AAP Partners With Amazon To Help keep Infants Safe From Preventable Sleep-Related Injuries
November 10, 2021, American Academy of Pediatrics Newsroom
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced a new collaboration to provide parents and families in under-resourced communities with information and important baby gear to help keep infants safe while they sleep. AAP has partnered with Amazon and five children’s’ hospitals on a multi-year commitment to support this new initiative.
Washington State Begins Rulemaking For 2021 Plastics Law
November 11, 2021, Daily Fly
The Department of Ecology has begun rulemaking that focuses on the recycled content portion of the 2021 plastics law. They will establish how it determines producer fees, oversight, and enforcement of the recycled content program.
Bike Riding Safety After 55% Surge In Traffic Volume
November 11, 2021, Consumer Reports
As both automotive and pedestrian traffic returns to near-pre-pandemic levels, it’s important, especially for people who took up cycling on streets that were almost deserted, to be ride safely when heading out on two wheels.
US Regulators Award Hyundai-Kia Whistleblower $24M In Engine Recall Case
November 9, 2021, NBC
The U.S. government road safety agency has paid more than $24 million to a whistleblower who reported that Hyundai and Kia moved too slowly to recall over 1 million vehicles with engine problems. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the award to ex-Hyundai Motor engineer Kim Gwang-ho is the first it has paid to a whistleblower. It’s also the maximum percentage allowed under a new federal program that entitles employees who report fraud to receive up to 30% of penalties paid by the automakers.
Kids Could Get Trapped Inside Wooden Playsets – So Thousands Now Recalled, Officials Say
November 9, 2021, The Raleigh News & Observer
Thousands of backyard playsets have been recalled over fears children could get trapped inside, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said. Several kinds of playsets have been recalled because parts used pose a threat to kids.
Doncaster UK Council Trading Standards Seizes 1000+ Illegal Items
November 10, 2021, Doncaster Council
Trading Standards at Doncaster Council completed a week of enforcement action focusing on businesses selling illegal and counterfeit items. Officers seized more than 1,000 unsafe or counterfeit items including toys, scooters, ornaments and watches.
Sounding The Alarm For Carbon Monoxide Safety, Detection
November 10, 2021, Duids
November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports an average of about 170 people in the US die every year from CO from furnaces, ranges, water heaters and room heaters, portable generators and fireplaces.
Five Everyday Items At Home That You Should Keep Out Of Your Child’s Reach
November 10, 2021, YouTube
Many day-to-day housekeeping products are poisonous and in particular, dangerous for children. ShowFit lists some daily products that you should always keep out of your children’s reach. Watch the video to know more.
New Ohio Fireworks Law: What You Need To Know About Safety, Holidays And More
November 11, 2021, Columbus Dispatch
Starting next year, Ohioans can light off bottle rockets, Roman candles and more while celebrating certain holidays. Gov. Mike DeWine signed legislation to revamp the state’s fireworks law after a years-long push by the industry to legalize their use. Ohio previously only allowed consumers to use sparklers and a handful of other pyrotechnics
Honoring Our Heroes
SPSP Website
SPSP makes a permanent home for the salute poster at its website.
