Tesla Solar Roof Fires Subject Of Federal Investigations
December 8, 2021, Dive/Wire
The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Security and Exchange Commission are investigating Tesla over solar panel fire risks, say reports from CNBC and Reuters. The issue would affect more than 60,000 residential and 500 commercial or government customers, Reuters says.
Company CEO Defends Instagram’s Safeguards
December 8, 2021, National Public Radio
Senators grilled the head of Instagram about the app’s effects on children, attempting to extract various commitments from the company. But Adam Mosseri defended the app, touting existing safeguards and some that the company plans to roll out.
Walgreens CEO: Put Phones Away And Listen To Employees
December 9, 2021, Harvard Business Review
Rosalind Brewer is one of only two Black female CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. Here, she talks about the challenges of walking into a new company or industry and projecting the confidence you need to be able to do your job from day one.
$30 Million Of Fake Handbags And Clothing Seized By CBP
December 5, 2021, WDJT-Milwaukee
US customs officers seized more than $30 million worth of fake designer handbags and clothing, Customs and Border Protection officials said. The 13,586 items, shipped from China, had an estimated recommended retail price of $30,437,775, CBP said.
Surgeons Urge Parents Not To Buy Toys Containing Magnets
December 8, 2021, Shropshire Star
The UK’s top pediatric surgeons have urged parents not to buy toys containing magnets following a dramatic rise in children needing operations after swallowing them. The Children’s Surgery Foundation issued the warning after a five-fold increase in children swallowing the small, increasingly powerful magnets in the last five years.
Adult Portable Bed Rails Recalled After 2 People Die
December 2, 2021, NPR
More than 496,000 adult bed rails have been voluntarily recalled due to the risk of entrapment and asphyxiation. In both reported deaths, the CPSC said the bed rails were not securely attached to the bed.
Seasons Change, But Fire And Carbon Monoxide Safety Is Year-Round: Warm Up To CPSC’s Tips For Staying Safe During Colder Weather
December 7, 2021, Yahoo Finance
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning to be vigilant about fire and carbon monoxide (CO) hazards in the colder winter months ahead. The dangers, although present across all populations, disproportionally affect certain communities. According to CPSC’s Residential Fire Loss Estimates report, African Americans have the highest rate of fire deaths, nearly twice the overall rate across the population. In addition, African Americans represent 22 percent of portable generator-related CO deaths, nearly 170 from 2010-2020.
Toy Association Executive Testifies At Senate Hearing On Toy Safety
December 2, 2021, The Toy Association
Joan Lawrence, Toy Association senior vice president of standards and regulatory affairs, recently testified at a Senate subcommittee hearing addressing product safety around the holidays. She spoke of the year-round commitment of The Toy Association and its members to toy safety and of their leadership in developing standards
Consumer Protection: 2021 Data On The EU Rapid Alert System
December 6, 2021, EU Reporter
Fresh data shows that more than 1,800 alerts between member state authorities have been circulated on the system. Most of these alerts concern motor vehicles or related products and toys. The most common risks related to dangerous products in 2021 were injuries (28%) or risks caused by chemicals (23%).
E-scooter Safety Campaign Rolls Out In Two Australian Cites
December 9,2021, Tasmanian Times
An e-scooter safety campaign is being rolled out as the new ‘micromobility’ hire systems are about to commence operation in Hobart and Launceston. The campaign will include short videos to remind users about responsible parking, no drink riding and wearing a helmet.
100’s Of Potentially Deadly Toys Removed From Australia’s Malls
December 10, 2021, International Business Times
A toy safety compliance blitz is underway in Australia as parents seek cheap presents. NSW Fair Trading officers formed ‘Operation Safe Toy’ to crackdown on playthings that put kids at risk – even raiding warehouses peddling the dangerous products. Hundreds of dodgy toys have already been stripped from shelves with some carrying hazards that may be difficult spot.
Honoring Our Heroes
SPSP Website
SPSP makes a permanent home for the salute poster at its website.
