Congress Seeks Action After Investigative Report On Toys
December 22, 2020, USA Today
Congress is demanding the federal government increase inspections of toys and consumer products entering U.S. ports and assess what hazards may have slipped in during a safety lapse kept quiet during the pandemic.
A Rush of CPSC Activity At The End Of A Largely Inactive 2020
December 22, 2020, National Law Review
Between COVID-19 and political turmoil, 2020 for the CPSC has largely been a year of inactivity, which makes it all the more striking that the agency is, for better or worse, getting more buzz in the last two weeks of the year than it did in the first 50.
Why Capable People Are Reluctant To Lead
December 17, 2020, Harvard Business Review
Employees often fail to step up when leadership opportunities arise. What holds so many back? New research sheds light on 3 perceived risks associated with leadership: Risk to interpersonal relationships, image, and of being blamed for failure.
Are You Really Ready For Your Next Crises?
December 21, 2020, Wfmj.com
Saint Louis University management program experts will discuss the challenges of managing facilities, people, products and processes for a product safety system during times of crisis.
Safety Standards Announced To Reduce Risk Button Battery Risk
December 21, 2020, The Sidney Herald
Australia will become the first country in the world to introduce a mandatory safety standard for button batteries designed to prevent injuries and deaths among small children. The move follows years of lobbying by consumer groups and paediatricians warning of the dangers of the small, button-shaped batteries.
Despite Injuries, Super-Strong Magnets Are Still Being Sold
December 21, 2020, Consumer Reports
While Zen Magnets recently announced that it will no longer sell its products after losing a separate legal battle with the CPSC, high-powered neodymium magnets are still being sold under many different names, some even under the name of Buckyballs.
EU Announces Sweeping New Rules That Could Force Breakups And Hefty Fines For Big Tech
December 15, 2020, CNBC
Tech giants could soon face hefty fines and stricter controls over their behavior as part of sweeping new rules in the European Union. The European Commission, the executive arm of the EU, recently presented two new pieces of legislation that will affect how Big Tech operates. The region has long had concerns about how powerful some companies have become, and how this is a problem for smaller firms looking to compete in the European market.
Office For Product Safety And Standards Delivery Report 2019/20
December 18, 2020, Gov.UK
This report sets out how OPSS protects consumers through robust product regulation, working with local trading standards officers and delivering with partners.
Report Calls For Global Action To Reduce EDC Exposure From Plastics
December 17, 2020, Healio.com
A report from the Endocrine Society and International Pollutants Elimination Network identifies more than 140 endocrine-disrupting chemicals, or EDCs, and their negative effects on human health. In the report, researchers project the global production of plastics to increase from 350 million metric tons in 2017 to 1.1 billion tons in 2050. Many plastic products include EDCs, potentially harmful chemicals that can disturb the body’s hormone systems.
How To Guard Against Home Heating Hazards
December 18, 2020, HealthDay
A major threat from heating sources is carbon monoxide, often called the silent killer. In the U.S, 170 people a year on average die from carbon monoxide poisoning. according to the CPSC. Causes include malfunctioning fuel-burning appliances; engine-powered equipment; fireplaces; and charcoal burning in enclosed areas.
Honoring Our Heroes
SPSP Website
SPSP makes a permanent home for the salute poster at its website.
