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CPSC September 30 made available a draft direct final rule (DFR) to clarify requirements at 16 CFR 1109 and 1500, respectively, related to component testing and lead in textiles.

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CPSC's Inspector General Office September 30 told the agency it needs to improve its Freedom of Information (FoIA) practices in three areas.

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Commissioners' ballot votes are due October 6 on publishing two notices of proposed rulemaking (NPRs) on Section 104 switches, each with changes from current voluntary standards.

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The bulk of discussion September 25 by a UL generator emission panel involved high interest in CPSC work on a dilution chamber to test engines.

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CPSC the week of October 5 will use International Babywearing Week as an opportunity for social media consumer education.

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CSPC October 1 gave a quick, online demo of its e-filing user interface software, as updated for the related pilot.

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Two recent CPSC contracts show some of the work that will go into updating its risk assessment methodology (RAM) for import surveillance.

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Recommendations for bicycle helmet certification standards were among results of a multi-national effort in Europe.

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An ASTM F15.20 task group on infant bather accessories September 30 confirmed team assignments and agreed on language related to accessory definition, compliance and marking/labeling requirements.

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An ASTM F15.18 task group on in-bed sleepers September 30 discussed scope, incident data and known hazards.

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CPSC Commissioner Ann Marie Buerkle and Chairman Elliot Kaye, September 29 and 30 respectively, gave their views on the agency's activities to the promotional products industry.

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Briefs on COAC, play yards, ATVs, child passengers, fatal injuries, children's environment, laundry pods, GPRA, and more.

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Briefs on chemicals management, senior falls, play equipment, bicycle brakes, patio chairs, chamois, costumes, dishwashers, kiteboards, pacifier clips, pizza wheels, sandals, car seats, sandals, and more.