Despite Danger To Kids, Courts Stymie CPSC On Magnet Toys
October 21, 2020, Fair Warning
Tiny rare earth magnets were to have been banned several years ago to prevent just this kind of life-threatening injury. But the move was blocked by litigation between Zen and the CPSC, which won an important round just weeks ago.
Safety On The Hill: Prospects For CPSC Overhaul In The 117th Congress
October 21, 2020, National Law Review
It’s been 12 years since the last major legislative CPSC changes, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008, but the activity in the 116th Congress suggests that members might soon be interested in another overhaul bill.
CDC Updates Guidelines For COVID-19 Contact After Prison Guard Infected
October 22, 2020, CNN
The CDC changed its definition of a close contact with a coronavirus patient to include brief interactions adding up to 15 minutes of cumulative exposure over a 24-hour period.
How The EU Plans To Rewrite The Rules For The Internet
October 21, 2020, Brookings Institute
The European Union is now on the verge of writing another potentially standard-setting law for the digital sphere—the Digital Services Act (DSA). The DSA may have an even greater impact than the GDPR on the way major internet firms do business.
Kmart Pulls Popular Children’s Toy Over Safety Concerns
October 22, 2020, KIIS Radio
Kmart has been forced to pull a popular children’s toy over safety concerns. The Wooden Climbing Ladder had been a sell-out but had to be taken off shelves and the online store after there were reports the railing was snapping.
Recent Changes In Chinese Export Controls: Are You Ready?
October 22, 2020, Retail & Consumer Product Law Observer
For the first time in nearly two decades, China is revamping its export control regime and issuing its first unified Export Control Law, which combines concepts from more than a dozen existing Chinese laws and related regulations. Here are the most significant changes.
October Wrap-Up Of Federal And State Chemical Regulatory Developments
October 20, 2020, JDSupra
Covers a variety of federal and state agencies.
Torn Between Safety And The Environment, Restaurants Use Disposable Serveware
October 21, 2020, Washington Post
As restaurants pivoted to takeout service to stay afloat, disposable packaging became the only option. But now, as some restaurants begin to serve indoors, plastic-sealed paper napkins and plastic utensils continue to anchor the table.
Traceability Protects Against Product Counterfeiting, Tampering
October 22, 2020, Textile World
The need for product traceability became apparent more than a decade ago when a spate of food and consumer product contaminations caused death, illness and injury to a number people all over the world.
Peloton Recalls Bike Pedals That Can Break Unexpectantly; Rivals File Lawsuits
October 15, 2020, CBS Boston
The CPSC posted a recall notice for clip-in pedals that can break unexpectedly when in use and lead to injury. In addition, the maker of NordicTrack and other in-home fitness brands has sued Peloton, claiming its cycling rival stole features for its newest stationary bike.
Leaders Tell How Agencies Have Responded In The Wake Of The Pandemic
October 22, 2020, Food Safety News
At the recent Food Safety Summit’s annual Town Hall Q&A featured top regulators and agency leaders from FDA, USDA, AFDO and CDC. They talked about their agency’s work during the past year, with a special focus on how their work has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Honoring Our Heroes
SPSP Website
SPSP makes a permanent home for the salute poster at its website
