MEDIA STORM:
Lumber Liquidators Linked to Health and Safety Violations
March 1, 2015, CBS 60 Minutes
Chinese made laminate flooring produced in China shows high levels of formaldehyde and sets off media storm and focus on sourcing and remediation challenging the company to replace product. Media Storm ensues on Wall Street, business programs, and 24 hour news cycles.
Building Boom, Economic Recovery Threatens Local Household Lead Reduction Program
March 2, 2015, MLive
Michigan city finds difficulty in attracting local contractors for lead abatement. Grand Rapids program stalls with 60,000 homes still at risk for presence of lead.
Opinion: Washington State Should Ban Certain Flame-Retardant Chemicals to Protect Firefighters and Children
March 1, 2015, The Spokesman Review
Union official calls for state law to prevent certain chemicals that pose health risk, citing similar legislation in California
The State of Women in the Supply Chain
March 5, 2015, manufacturing.net
Women comprise nearly half (46.6%) of the total U.S. labor force, yet just 24.8% of he durable manufacturers workforce. Education is key to creating interest in supply chain careers.
Hidden Hazards Found in Green Products
March 5, 2015, eurekalert.org
Australia researcher finds volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted from 37 different products, such as air fresheners, cleaning products, laundry supplies, and personal care products, including those with certifications and claims of ‘green’ and ‘organic’.
BLOG: Medical Marijuana Businesses Seek Regulatory Compliance in California
February 28, 2015, The Weed Blog
Focus on state and local regulatory schemes in process that employs certification at industry urging as form of product validation
Lightweight, Flexible Handheld XRF Analyser Launched for Regulatory Compliance Screening of Consumer Goods
March 6, 2015 Environmental Technology
Newly released tool targeted to help manufacturers, importers, and retailers in regulatory compliance screening of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
Tightening Supply Chain Security Yields Many Benefits
February 17, 2015, Supply Chain Brain
Analyst insights: Companies can overcome vulnerabilities by understanding internal and external supply chains. Need to quantify impact of security threats.
Canned and Preserved Fruit Imports Face Extra Screening for Lead, Tin Contamination
March 6, 2015, ABC.net.au
Australia legislators struggle to define legal framework for action in response to recent food scares. Frozen imported berries from China link to Hepatitis sparks calls for more control of food safety regulators.
Malaysian Exporters Briefed on U.S. Safety Standards
March 7, 2015, The Star
CPSC official explains CPSIA certificate requirements and U.S. approach to product safety in Kuala Lumpur program for industry.
