Senate Confirms Doug Dziak To CPSC; Agency Back To Five Commissioners
March 7, 2024, Retail & Consumer Product Law Observer
The U.S. Senate confirmed Doug Dziak by a voice vote to serve as a commissioner of the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Mr. Dziak will be the second Republican to serve on the Commission presently joining his former boss Commissioner Peter Feldman. Notably, the Commission will once again have a full complement of five commissioners—Hoehn-Saric, Trumka, Boyle, Feldman, and Dziak.
Statement of Chair Alexander D. Hoehn-Saric on Confirmation of Douglas Dziak
Statement of Commissioner Peter A. Feldman on the confirmation of
|Doug Dziak to the Consumer Product Safety Commission
CPSC To Consumers: Stop Using EVERCROSS EV5 Hoverboards Due To Fire Hazard; No Recall Or Remedy Offered
March 7, 2024, cpsc.gov
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning consumers to stop using EVERCROSS EV5 hoverboards because they pose a risk of fire. The hoverboards are manufactured in China by Jinhua Smart Electric Technology Co. Ltd. EVERCROSS has not agreed to recall these hoverboards or offer a remedy to consumers.
How To Succeed When You’re Not The Boss’s Favorite
March 7, 2024, Harvard Business Review
Staying positive and motivated is tough when your boss has a clear favorite. When you feel like you’re not favored, you may hesitate to proactively communicate with your boss, worrying that you might be a bother and worsen your relationship or that your attempts will be futile. However, a passive approach will result in missed opportunities for growth, clarification, and relationship-building. In this article, the author outlines strategies to try to improve your relationship.
Japan Sets First Daily Intake Limits For PFAS Chemicals Linked To Health Risks
March 4, 2024, BNN
The move by Japan to set daily intake limits for PFAS is likely to influence regulatory actions in other countries, as the international community seeks to address the health risks posed by these chemicals. Ongoing research and collaboration among nations will be crucial in developing comprehensive strategies to reduce PFAS exposure and protect public health.
Analysis: AI And Product Safety Standards Under The EU AI
March 5, 2024, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Now that a deal has been reached for the European Union’s landmark artificial intelligence legislation, the AI Act, attention will naturally turn to the murky road to implementation. Standards developed by industry-led organizations will be a key component of putting the act into practice, guiding companies through assessing and mitigating risks from their AI products. However, AI standards remain incomplete and immature relative to those in comparable industries.
Jool Baby Recalls Nova Baby Infant Swings Due To Suffocation Hazard And Violation Of The Federal Safety Regulations
March 7, 2024, cpsc.gov
The swings pose a suffocation risk because they were marketed, intended, or designed for infant sleep, and they have an incline angle greater than 10 degrees in violation of the CPSC’s Infant Sleep Products Regulation and the Safe Sleep for Babies Act. In addition, the swing fails to meet mandatory warning requirements regarding sleep under the swing standard. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swings for sleep and contact Jool Baby to receive a free repair kit. The kit will consist of a new seat with updated on-product warnings, updated plush toys and an updated remote control.
Commissioner Trumka’s Statement
CPSC Shares Its Grand Plan At ICPHSO Annual Meeting
March 7, 2024, National Law Review
The Consumer Product Safety Commission staff presented at several sessions during the International Consumer Product Health and Safety Organization’s (ICPHSO) annual meeting and training including providing a general agency update and compliance overview. Chair Alexander Hoehn-Saric also presented as a keynote speaker. Over the course of these sessions and particularly during Chair Hoehn-Saric’s keynote, several themes emerged relating to the CPSC’s vision for the future. These included budget uncertainty, the agency’s shifting enforcement strategy, and the CPSC’s growing expectations of online marketplaces.
Thousands Of Children Are Landing In The ER After Ingesting Melatonin Without Supervision
March 7, 2024, CNN
For a new report, researchers from the CDC and Consumer Product Safety Commission identified cases involving children age 5 and younger who were taken to the emergency department between 2019 and 2022 after ingesting melatonin without supervision. Based on nearly 300 identified cases, the researchers estimated that 10,930 emergency department visits occurred during that time period, accounting for about 7% of all ER visits in the US for unsupervised medication exposures in infants and young children.
ACCC Announces Its 2024–25 Compliance And Enforcement Priorities
March 8, 2024, Gilbert+Tobin
The Australian Competition and Consumer (ACCC) Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb announced the ACCC’s 2024–25 compliance and enforcement priorities in her second annual address to the Committee for Economic Development of Australia. The three key themes underpinning the compliance and enforcement priorities are sustainability, cost-of-living pressures, and the digital economy. Many of the key priorities have been carried across from the previous year.
San Francisco Is The Latest City To Implement Safety Standards For E-Bike Batteries
March 7, 2024, Bike Mag
The recent decision by San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors to establish safety standards for electric mobility devices powered by lithium-ion batteries is a crucial step in ensuring public safety. With the increasing popularity of electric bikes (e-bikes) and e-scooters as solutions for urban mobility, it’s imperative to address the potential hazards associated with these devices.
