MARCH 2, 2015
VOLUME 44 ISSUE 9
PREMIUM CONTENT FROM PRODUCT SAFETY LETTER
Free Story CPSC Chairman Elliot Kaye February 25 voiced support for pushing civil penalty payments higher. Subscriber-Only Story CPSC is doing a good job with its lab accreditation program but could improve in two areas, according to a contractor audit report made available February 23. Subscriber-Only Story Commissioner Joseph Mohorovic February 20 wrote to the Oregon House expressing concern with a bill (HB2267) to facilitate road use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). Subscriber-Only Story An estimated annual average of 45,200 heating fires in residential buildings occurred in the U.S. in 2010-2012. Subscriber-Only Story The ASTM F15.18 subcommittee February 19 reviewed bassinet hazard data, debated testing methodology, and discussed a potential industry questionnaire. Subscriber-Only Story The ASTM 15.51 gravity flow task group for pool and spa drains February 19 debated corrosion issues, discussed how best to seal the apparatus, and reviewed test apparatus schematics with a new CPSC participant.Subscriber-Only Story The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) February 23 released four working documents on data sharing and biocides. Subscriber-Only Story The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) February 26 published its seventh annual report on evaluating dossiers and coordinating substance evaluation. Subscriber-Only Story The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission through April 10 is seeking comments on a draft regulation impact statement on limiting exposure to azo dyes.Subscriber-Only Story Briefs on CPSC budget, laundry packets, regulatory cost benefit, sports injuries, frame carriers, ceiling fans, hand trucks, ranges, walk-in tubs, more. Subscriber-Only Story Briefs on chemical ingredients, consumer interests, combusted material, extinguishing systems, fire services, lighting, roof covering, switches, underwater lights, more. Subscriber-Only Story Briefs on ethanol burners, reproductive toxicity, counterfeits, awnings, baby walkers, bicycle handlebars, bicycle hubs, electronics, flashlights, heaters, inflatable spas, mowers, propane cylinders, more. |