AUGUST 29, 2016
VOLUME 45 ISSUE 32
PREMIUM CONTENT FROM PRODUCT SAFETY LETTER
Subscriber-Only Story EPA August 24 released the finalized plan for assessing crumb rubber used as infill for synthetic turf sports fields and playground surfacing. Subscriber-Only Story CPSC would seek comments on possibly amending a 1980s interpretation and enforcement policy on methylene chloride in household products like paint strippers. Subscriber-Only Story An ASTM F15.42 task group August 23 looked at incorporating UL stability provisions for use with TVs into the F2057 standard on clothing storage units. Subscriber-Only Story CPSC in September will conduct industry training seminars in China and Vietnam with its Australian and Canadian counterparts. Subscriber-Only Story A CANENA 61C panel August 25 addressed a few final questions for its recommendations on harmonizing North American standards for refrigerated appliances. Subscriber-Only Story 123 Mart is facing 28 charges by the New Zealand Commerce Commission on the safety of toys and children's clothing. Subscriber-Only Story Tattoos and permanent body art in the EU should have better harmonized hygiene requirements, according to a report made available August 18 from the EC Joint Research Centre (JRC). Subscriber-Only Story Briefs on head injuries, back-to-school, NFIRS, activity wristbands, building sets, chests of drawers, jewelry, kerosene lamps, and more.Subscriber-Only Story Briefs on infant bedding, changing tables, toy chests, air fresheners, bath heaters, coffee makers, and more.Subscriber-Only Story Briefs on REACH, ISO/Canada, dirt bikes, jacks, strollers, toys, bistro sets, and more. |