Category: Product Standards

In the News: October 20, 2014

China focus on textile and apparel industry restrictions Oct. 16, 2014,  just-style Tightening of government requirements anticipated. Country’s Textile and Apparel Council report cites product safety, environment, and human resource analysis and recommends ending use of 68 dyes and finishing more »

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In the News: October 13, 2014

SCHOOL PLAY: Developing own plans for playground safety October 9, 2014, Katu.com Oregon districts set own guidelines for checks of equipment. Two Washington state districts have removed swings.   HOUSE MEMBERS: Time for CPSC rule making on window covering cords October more »

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In the News: October 6, 2014

Last Maker of Strong Magnets Deemed Hazard to Children Fights Safety Ban Oct. 2, 2014, New York Times Lonely battle waged by Zen Magnets owner. “Many hurt emotionally,” says new CPSC head, citing horrible injuries to children from high powered more »

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In the News: September 29, 2014

Safety standards overhaul backed by coroner after dad dies in faulty fridge blaze September 26, The Mirror UK jail time and fines for manufacturers of faulty electrical equipment are urged by local official. Firm had been warned earlier about potential more »

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In the News: August 11, 2014

Zen Magnets Vows to Fight CPSC August 5, Reuters The recent high profile settlements with the CPSC involving magnets have not closed the book on the magnet controversy and warning labels.  Read about another magnet company vowing to take the more »

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In the News: July 7, 2014

In Recall Blitz, G.M. Risks Its Reputation June 30, New York Times GM continues to issue recalls for their cars reaching an unprecedented 29 million vehicles the company has recalled this year.  Read about the new recalls and the impact more »

Posted in Food Safety, Global Developments, Product Liability, Product Standards, Supply Chain, Sustainability

In the News: June 16, 2014

France Urges ‘Quick Action’ on Endocrine Disruptors June 11, EurActiv Chemicals used in everyday products can contain endocrine disruptors.  Read about the concerns expressed in France and what the country is trying to do with these chemicals… Landmark Ruling on more »

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In the News: March 10, 2014

How Fitbit, like Tylenol before it, Handled a Recall the Right Way March 3, Entrepreneur Product recalls are part of doing business in today’s regulated markets.  Read what happens when you get out in front of the recall and when more »

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In the News: March 3, 2014

12 Most Brand Saving Reasons for Social Media Monitoring February 29, Business to Community Social Media has had a heavy impact on the product safety world, especially when a customer is experiencing a problem or when there is a recall.  more »

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In the News: February 3, 2014

Australia, Singapore, Japan Lead Corporate Sustainability in Asia Pacific January 23, Eco Business.com Corporate Knights recently handed out their sustainability awards which include elements such as environmental, human rights, and product responsibility.  Read about the awards and what companies are leaders more »

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