Consumers Suspicious If Companies Exceed Recall Expectations
August 4, 2020, Phys.org
Companies that are generous in compensating customers during a product-recall crisis may be creating unintended negative consequence, says a UConn marketing professor. He advocates aligning the remedy value to the severity of the injury involved.
Failing Lithium-ion Batteries Causing Fires In Homes Every Week
August 7, 2020, ABC News/au
Lithium-ion batteries used in phones, laptops, cordless tools and toys are starting fires in Queensland, Australia, homes every week. Experts say to reduce risk buy batteries from reputable sellers and monitor them while charging.
New Clorox CEO Tasked With Increasing Supply, Staying In Stock
August 4, 2020, Supply Chain Dive
Incoming Clorox CEO Linda Rendle said her number 1 priority for the near term is to increase the company’s supply chain capacity and get essential cleaning products back in stock. “We’re not satisfied with our service levels right now,” she said.
Follow-up Action On Dangerous Product Alerts In Europe Increased In 2019
August 6, 2020, International Institute for Sustainable Development
The EC has published its latest report on preventing or restricting the sale of dangerous products on the market. The report shows that authorities took more than 4,400 follow-up actions following alerts exchanged through the EC’s Rapid Alert System.
CDC: 39% Of Adults Using Cleaning Products Incorrectly
August 6, 2020, Fox News
The CDC survey, published in the prestigious JAMA, found that 19% of respondents applied bleach to food items while 18% used cleaning products and disinfectants on their hand or skin.
Anxious About What’s Next? Here’s How To Cope
August 4, 2020, Harvard Business Review
Times of significant transition or “liminal periods” – at the boundary of a new state or experience – can make us feel untethered and disoriented. But at the same time, they have great potential to spur self-reflection and growth.
Which Hand Sanitizers Are Being Recalled? 115 Products Are On The FDA’s List
August 4, 2020, Good Housekeeping
The FDA has updated its recall list to include 115 different hand sanitizers due to failing standards on randomized tests. Many products have tested positive for methanol, a type of alcohol that is toxic when ingested and may be harmful when applied directly to the skin.
Soft Skills Are Vital To Safety Professionals’ Career
July 26, 2020, Safety+Health
Unlike hard skills – quantifiable technical knowledge gained through education, training and certification – soft skills can be difficult to define. No matter how they’re defined, soft skills are vital to safety professionals’ career growth and development.
Shoppers Are Forming New Habits in the Pandemic. These Retailers Could Benefit
August 2, 2020, Barrons
There is no doubt that the shopping landscape has changed as consumers adapt to the pandemic. A new study shows that the current environment presents opportunity—and pitfalls—for retailers.
Battery Swapping Is Playing An Important Role In Micromobility
August 5, 2020, Forbes
A wide variety of micromobility vendors—such as Raido, Bolt Mobility, TIER Mobility GmbH, Dott, Neuron, JUMP, Revel, and Gogoro—are developing and using battery swapping technology to make their products more convenient and their businesses more profitable.
Vietnam And Mexico Could Become Major Players In Global Supply Chains
August 3, 2020, Peterson Institute for International Economics
Major companies like Omnidex, GoPro, Apple, Microsoft, and Google have either already shifted or announced plans to shift production of inputs in their global supply chains from China to Vietnam and/or Mexico.

Trump’s CPSC pick “Dead For Now,” Key Senator Says
July 22, 2020, Huffington Post
Dr. Nancy Beck, President Donald Trump’s controversial nominee to run the Consumer Product Safety Commission, doesn’t have the votes to get confirmed, a key senator said. “It’s dead for now,” the senator said.
How To Create A Workplace That Actually Inspires Passion
July 23, 2020, Harvard Business Review
How do we create learning environments that inspire passion — and how do we scale them to work in even the largest institutions?
PA Supreme Court To Take Up Amazon Products Liability Case
July 21, 2020, Law.com
At the request of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case of whether Amazon should be strictly liable for a third-party vendor’s defective product.
Public Consultations On 2 New EU Consumer Law Initiatives
July 17, 2020, Cooley
The EU is consulting on two consumer law initiatives which would introduce new requirements for online transactions, information on repairability and the lifespan of products, and measures to curb premature product obsolescence.
Surge In E-Scooter Sales Prompts Warning From Safety Experts
July 22, 2020, Engineering & Technology
Almost one in seven UK adults are planning on purchasing an e-bike or e-scooter this year, equivalent to more than seven million people, but a charity, Electrical Safety First, has warned that they can present a danger to riders.
Balancing Sensitivity With Business Strategy In Times Of Crisis
July 20, 2020, Chief Executive
How do companies avoid seeming insensitive or exploitative during this crisis while continuing to exist — which, bottom line, means continuing to grow revenue?
10 Steps Businesses Can Take To Improve Diversity And Inclusion In The Workforce
July 21, 2020, Forbes
Out of the entire Fortune 500, only 4 CEOs are Black, a whopping .08%— and as of 2018, there have been 1,974 members of the US Senate, but only ten have been Black. Moreover, 18.3% of the US population is Hispanic, and yet only 4% of company executives are Hispanic. Here are 10 steps every business can take now to improve diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
Microsoft to Pepsico: Employees Praise Company Leadership Teams
July 22, 2020, USA Today
The top bosses had a few traits in common. They practiced transparency, empathy and open-mindedness, Comparably found. Employees also gave the best workplace leaders high marks for being “visionary” and “mission-driven.”
VA Passes First-In-The-Nation COVID-19 Standard: What It Means For You
July 21, 2020, National Law Review
Virginia became the first state in the country to pass a workplace safety standard specific to COVID-19. It includes hazard assessment, communication and training requirements, depending on the types of tasks employees perform at work.
Spreading A New Mindset Of Leadership
July 22, 2020, Forbes
Real leadership means creating the future, but who has the time? Senior management has to manage the business for profit, yet decision-making for day-to-day stability can stifle new ideas and development.

Walmart, Target, CVS To Require Masks In Stores
July 16, 2020, Associated Press
Target, Walmart and CVS have joined a list of the nation’s largest retailers that will require customers to wear masks as cases of COVID-19 spike.
Why Focusing On Your Returns Process Is Essential
July 15, 2020, Total Retail
How a retailer conducts their returns process has had an impact on customer loyalty and compliance with safety guidelines. Retailers may want to consider a revamp of their returns processes due to the COVID-19 generated surge in online sales.
With Retail Reopening, Demand For Contactless Tech Is Rising
July 14, 2020, Glossy
As retailers across the country reopen, many are grappling with a tough question: how to provide a quality experience with minimum physical contact between customers and products.
Irish Parents Warned Over Dangerous Children’s Toys Sold Online
July 15, 2020, Offaly Express
An Irish MEP has raised the issue of unsafe toys for sale online at the European Commission and revealed that in 2019, a record number of dangerous products were flagged by the European Commission’s Rapid Alert System.
MIT: Empty Middle Seats Could Cut Coronavirus Risk Almost In Half
July 11, 2020, Forbes
A research paper from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology estimates that blocking out the middle seat on airplanes could cause the likelihood of passengers being infected with coronavirus to drop by nearly half, just as some airlines are starting to book flights to capacity again.
Safety rules: Consumer Reports’ Guide To Fire Pits
July 16, 2020, Consumer Reports
Here’s how to play it safe while you’re working on your s’mores game. Plus: Tips for cooking the whole meal over the embers.
Comments Sought On Review Of The EU General Product Safety Directive
July 14,2020, Mondaq.com
The European Commission is currently seeking public comment as part of its review of the EU General Product Safety Directive. The GPSD sets out a broad regulatory framework for the placement of non-food consumer products on the EU market.
Post-COVID Era Of Product Safety: Recall Risks During And After A Pandemic
July 15, 2020, MedTechIntelligence
As we work to balance the desire to return to “business as usual” amid recent surges in COVID-19 cases, some of the biggest challenges in product safety and regulatory enforcement lie ahead.
17 Sacrifices The Best Leaders Willingly Make For Their Team
July 10, 2020, Inc.
Part of being a leader is picking the right priorities. Good leaders have a knack for knowing what to take on. Great leaders also know what to give up. True leaders make sacrifices and forego things employees don’t, shouldn’t, or wouldn’t.
Answer These 5 Big Questions Before Buying That Playground Set
July 15, 2020, Omaha World Herald
Many parents are improvising by purchasing home pools or playgrounds to build in their own backyard. While purchasing your own playground set may seem like a good idea, you should do a little research first

Poll Shows Trump’s Coronavirus Approval At All-time Low
July 10, 2020, Politico
Support for President Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic has hit an all-time low, according to a new survey released by ABC and IPSOS, with a similarly substantial majority of Americans also disapproving of his response to widespread racial unrest.
Tips From the CPSC Fire Safety Information Center
July 8, 2020, CPSC Website
More than 2200 people die each year in home fires. Many of these deaths are in homes with no smoke alarms are with alarms that don’t work. Here are some safety tips from the CPSC.
He Was Finally Ready to Ask for Help. Then The Pandemic Hit.
July 9, 2020, Washington Post
Finally, living in the hyper-medical awareness that the pandemic plagued world now knows, he knew it was time to ask. Elliot Kaye isn’t good at asking for help. His entire career has been about helping others.
What To Do If Your Baby’s Crib Has Been Recalled
July 7, 2020, Baby Gaga
A crib is recalled when it doesn’t meet the CPSC federal standards. A crib should be free of any hazardous issues, especially since baby will spend many hours sleeping on it. Here’s what the CPSC says you need to do if your crib has been recalled.
Lacoste And Adidas Pledge To Cut Forced Uighur Labor
July 7, 2020, Glossy
As a growing body of research connects China’s forced detention of Uighurs to the supply chain of the world’s largest fashion companies, a new campaign to pressure brands to end ties with factories connected to forced labor is gaining momentum.
5 Tips For Communicating With Employees During A Crisis
July 9, 2020, Harvard Business Review
Leaders know that communication during a crisis is critical. And, that conveying a compelling message of hope can foster resilience in facing the challenges that lie ahead.
Protecting European Consumers: Follow-up Action On Dangerous Product Alerts Increased Significantly In 2019
July 8, 2020, EUReporter
This work includes the publication of the latest report on the ‘Rapid Alert System’ which shows that the number of actions taken by authorities following an alert of a dangerous product, is growing year on year. In 2019, toys were the most notified product category, followed by motor vehicles, and electrical appliances and equipment.
Taking People With You: How Effective Leaders Navigate Difficult Conversations
July 8, 2020, Columbia Missourian
Great leadership is never more important than during a crisis. During Covid-19, many parts of our world have been upended. Along with the need to communicate early, often and effectively, many leaders must have difficult conversations, such as whether to issue an apology, talk layoffs, closings or job losses.
Australia/New Zealand Update Safety Standards For Projectile Toys
June 12, 2020, ACCC
An updated mandatory safety standard for projectile toys has been issued today, designed to protect children from serious eye injuries or choking from toys like bow and arrow sets and toy guns.
Florida Family Charged With Marketing Coronavirus Cure Made Of Textile Bleach
July 7, 2020, Forbes
A Florida family faces federal fraud charges after prosecutors say they sold tens of thousands of bottles of “Miracle Mineral Solution,” marketed as a cure for Covid-19, that is actually a toxic bleach the FDA says has led to hospitalizations and deaths.

Looks Like Trump’s Consumer Product Safety Commission Nominee Is Toast
June 30, 2020, Huffington Post
It looks like President Trump’s nominee to lead the CPSC, Dr. Nancy Beck, isn’t going anywhere. It’s just math. Beck’s nomination doesn’t appear to have the votes to clear the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation.
Probe Says Boeing Withheld Data Linked To 737 Max Crashes
June 30, 2020, Crain Chicago Business
The Chicago plane maker provided only “limited information” on the flight-control software later implicated in two fatal crashes of the 737 Max as it was being approved by federal regulators, a government watchdog report has found.
As The Pandemic Persists: A Good Sign For Chinese Exports
July 1, 2020, CNBC
As the global economy continues to falter, the interest in Chinese medical supplies is an encouraging sign for the country’s exports — which support a critical part of its economy, as well as millions of jobs
Managing communications And Brand Through A Crisis
July 1, 2020, Forbes
Crises force us to reevaluate our lives. The COVID-19 crisis has been no exception, with its rapid spread immobilizing the lives of hundreds of millions across the globe within a few short weeks.
The Technology 202: IBM And Notre Dame Team Up On New Tech Ethics Lab
July 1, 2020, The Washington Post
The University of Notre Dame unveiled a new Tech Ethics Lab with the backing of IBM, which will conduct research on some of the most pressing dilemmas confronting the field — from how to build privacy into products to weighing how police should be able to use tools such as facial recognition without perpetuating racial biases.
EPA Publishes Final Risk Evaluation For Methylene Chloride
June 30, 2020, Safety+Health
Methylene chloride poses “unreasonable risk” to workers under certain conditions, according to a final risk evaluation recently released by the Environmental Protection Agency, which now is compelled to propose within one year regulatory action to mitigate the chemical’s hazards.
Needle In A Haystack: Learning To Prioritize Your Customer Data
July 1, 2020, Retail Customer Experience
Every minute of every day, retailers collect massive amounts of customer data — but they’re far from determining how best to leverage it.
Study: All PFAS Pose Risk To Public Health, Should Be Treated As A Class
June 30, 2020, Environmental Working Group
In a study published recently in the journal Environmental Science & Technology Letters, a group of U.S. and international scientists emphasized that the current approach to regulating and managing the harm of the toxic fluorinated chemicals known as PFAS has failed to protect public health.
Opinion: The Most Effective Crisis Leadership Advice? Just Lead.
June 30, 2020, Forbes
I work as a personal and corporate crisis manager, and my answer seems to mystify many of those leaders who ask for my perspective. “It’s simple; you just lead,” I explain.
China Demands Covid-19 Declaration On U.S. Exports
June 26, 2020, The Packer
Chinese customs officials are demanding U.S. ag exporters sign a form guaranteeing their exports are free from COVID-19, trade and government reports say. That demand has sparked pushback from trade industry leaders and the Trump administration.

Coronavirus Complicating Company Recalls
June 25, 2020, AZ Family.com
The CPSC website has an alert warning consumers that some recall remedies may not be available because of COVID-19. A CPSC official say it’s “a difficult situation”, but the agency is still trying to find the products that need to be recalled
J&J Baby powder Verdict Upheld, But Damages Cut
June 23, 2020, Reuters
A Missouri appeals court rejected Johnson & Johnson’s bid to throw out a jury verdict in favor of women who blamed their ovarian cancer on its baby powder and other talc products, but reduced damages by more than half, to $2.12 billion.
Physicians Seek Regulation Of Digital Advertising To kKds
June 23, 2020, WREG (CNN Wire)
No less than $900 million is spent marketing snack foods, video games and sugary drinks to kids each year. Opposed to these unhealthy choices, a pediatric group urges lawmakers to take bold action.
New Study Shows Firefighters Face Possible Risk From PFAS
June 23, 2020, Bloomberg Law
Waterproofing chemicals in the protective gear worn by firefighters may be exposing them to “significant quantities” of potentially toxic fluorochemicals, according to a new study from the University of Notre Dame.
Bayer Settles Roundup Lawsuits For Up to $10.9 Billion
June 24, 2020, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Bayer AG said it has agreed to spend almost $11 billion to settle U.S. lawsuits claiming that its widely-used weedkiller Roundup caused cancer. It’s also paying up to $400 million to settle dicamba lawsuits and $820 million to settle PCB lawsuits.
Crisis Communications Redefined: Why Planning Is Key
June 24, 2020, Themediaonline
The pandemic has made it hard for businesses to operate and the need for suitable and regular communication with employees, clients, customers, suppliers, regulators, and other stakeholders has increased tremendously.
Leadership lesson: Diffuse Functional Leadership Throughout Your Organization
June 23, 2020, Phoenix Business Journal
We read, write and speak much about leadership. Yet we often erroneously see it as generic and relative only to the CEO of an organization. Yes, CEO leadership skills and behaviors are critical. But how do you apply them to the various functional leaders of the organization.
Report Uncovers Toy Safety Concerns Across: TIE Pushes For New Laws For Online Marketplaces
June 23, 2020, Toy News
A new report by Toy Industries of Europe has made the striking discovery that 97 per cent of almost 200 toys bought from third-party sellers on four online marketplaces in Europe did not comply with the strict EU toy safety regulations. The report – EU Toy Safety: The problem of unreputable sellers on online marketplaces – also found that 76 per cent of those tested had defects that made them dangerous for children.
Grainger Agrees: To Divest Grainger China
June 22, 2020, Yahoo Finance
Grainger, the leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its distribution business in China, Grainger China LLC.
3 ways: Retailers Can Adjust Strategy In A Global Pandemic
June 23, 2020, Total Retail
As retailers scramble to adjust their strategy to be more focused on e-commerce while improving the customer experience, they should focus on three core tactics — now and post-pandemic — to continue generating revenue while meeting the changing needs of consumers.

Scientists warn against CPSC nominee Dr. Nancy Beck
June 16, 2020, NPR
More than 90 leading scientists signed a letter arguing that Dr. Beck’s work at the EPA “consistently disregarded scientific best practices, favor[ed] chemical manufacturers, and put vulnerable people in harm’s way.”
Health Canada recalls unsafe hand sanitizer products
June 16, 2020, Cosmetics Design.com
Canada’s safety agency has recently warned consumers of the risks associated with hand sanitizer products made with unapproved ingredients and called for 12 companies to stop selling unsanctioned sanitizer.
5 ethical challenges employers will face as they reopen
June 17, 2020, HR Dive
Businesses are reopening as cities and states around the country begin to emerge from novel coronavirus pandemic lockdowns. The ethical challenges to businesses in this new normal may be familiar but take on additional meaning and priority.
Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace still list incline sleepers
June 18, 2020, Consumer Reports
A year after the products were linked to deaths, Sears, Kmart, and many others have pulled them, but a few holdouts remain.
ACCC: E-scooter giant Lime failed to disclose safety issues
June 18, 2020, ABC.net.au
There are growing calls for an overhaul of e-scooter laws after Australia’s consumer watchdog found Lime failed to disclose safety issues it was aware of to riders.
Post-COVID supply chain probably won’t be what you expect
June 17, 2020, Forbes
There has been a lot of discussion as the coronavirus crisis progressed about the U.S. supply chain. Now that things seem slowly to be calming down, let’s take a look at what changes are actually a good idea, and at what’s really likely to happen.
CPSC will hold webinar on improvements to SaferProducts.gov
June 18, 2020, National Law Review
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) will hold a public webinar on July 1, 2020, to receive information from interested parties about changes to CPSC’s Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database, www.SaferProducts.gov.
Key Republican jeopardizes nomination of Trump consumer safety pick
June 17, 2020, The Hill
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) will vote to oppose Nancy Beck’s nomination for the chair of the consumer safety agency, which, barring a Democratic defection, would lead to a 13-13 vote and the ultimate failure of the nomination.
13 strategic approaches to communicating major company changes To employees
June 11, 2020, Forbes
In business, change is the only constant. Evolution is what makes a company competitive, and many times, that change happens from the top of the organization. However, leaders must be able to communicate that change effectively. While business heads may dream up things that must occur, it’s up to those lower down the hierarchy to understand the goals and intentions of those decisions.
Traveling this summer? 12 things to keep you safe and comfortable
June 17, 2020, USA Today
As states lift their stay-at-home orders after months of quarantine, more and more people are beginning to venture out. But they aren’t just heading to the grocery store or the gym—some people are starting to travel again, as well.
We’re all in it together’ attitude drives consumer confidence in COVID-19
June 17, 2020, Total Retail
Despite the unprecedented challenges retailers are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, their resilience and determination is both impressive and encouraging.

Hand Sanitizers Can Ignite, Cause Burns, Experts Warn Workers
June 10, 2020, Safety+Health
Although alcohol-based hand sanitizers can help prevent the transmission of COVID-19, the liquid solutions – which contain isopropyl alcohol – are flammable and can cause burn injuries, the Mechanical Contractors Association of America is warning workers.
Videos Of Ikea Furniture Tip-Overs Highlight The Need For Stronger Stability Standards
June 10, 2020, Consumer Reports
Home videos showing toddlers narrowly evading injury prompt calls for product safety reform.
Why Empathy Is Important in Leaders Right Now
June 10, 2020, Entrepreneur
Right now, you need to practice social, not emotional, distancing. Your team deserves an empathetic leader who understands what people are going through. Making the right decisions are challenging in good times. Harder amid a global pandemic.
Cybercrime Against Retail Brands Is Up 41% During Pandemic
June 9, 2020, TechRepublic
A dramatic uptick in scams, counterfeiting, and hacking plague retail and e-commerce industries during the coronavirus crisis, as businesses try to define their new normal, according to a report from brand intelligence agency, Red Points.
Exclusive: Chanel, Revlon, L’Oreal Pivoting Away From Talc In Some Products
June 9, 2020, WTVB Radio
Chanel, Revlon and L’Oreal, three of the biggest brands in cosmetics, are quietly moving away from using talc in some products as U.S. cancer lawsuits and consumer concerns mount.
My Story: Gary Spagnuolo
May 24, 2020, Health+Safety
My start in safety was an unwanted accident. I began in 1970, about the same time OSHA was created. The factory I worked in, in an attempt to be proactive, determined it needed a safety manager. So, for whatever reasons, they chose the quality control manager – me
‘Extremely hazardous’: Alert Warns Against Using Ethylene Oxide To Sterilize Masks, Respirators
June 9, 2020, Health+Safety
Ethylene oxide should not be used to sterilize filtering facepiece respirators for reuse because “this extremely hazardous toxic chemical poses a severe risk to human health,” the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries warns in a new alert.
How Black Dolls Can Help Teach Kids About Race, Identity And Self-Esteem: ‘It’s Important To Give Black Children Childhood’
June 10, 2020, Yahoo Life
With social injustice still very prevalent in our society, racial identity and representation are as important as they have ever been and the teachings start young. Amid the protests following the killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, Yelitsa Jean-Charles, founder and CEO of Healthy Roots Dolls, went viral on Sunday after sharing a picture on Twitter of herself and her product, a beautiful black doll named Zoe, who has a wide nose, full lips and curly hair.
Canada Cracks Down On COVID-19 Related Product Advertising Claims
May 29, 2020, Smart & Biggar
Industry must be careful not to make claims that transform an unregulated product into one that requires authorization by Health Canada; care must also be taken to ensure that even if a product already has Health Canada authorization, no claims are made which exceed what is lawful.
A New Era For Consumer Goods
June 8, 2020, Future Trading Charts
More efficient, sustainable, practical and natural. That’s probably how products will look like after the global pandemic caused by COVID-19. But these alone won’t be enough to ensure the longevity of companies or their sales success, whether products are sold on the supermarket shelf or online. The pandemic will create new habits and trends.
Just Launched “Reuters Events” Transform Europe Virtual Series
June 10, 2020, Ethical Corporation
Ethical Corporation by Reuters Events launches the new Reuters Events Transform Europe Virtual Series to address the big issues facing businesses as they look to deliver a new blueprint fit for a worldwide recovery post COVID-19.

Hurricane season: CPSC Says Be Prepared During Pandemic
June 4, 2020, Food Poisoning Bulletin
The CPSC is offering tips on safety during the hurricane season. CPSC Acting Chairman Robert Adler said “Powerful storms and hurricanes are likely to affect millions of Americans. That is why we urge everyone to be informed, be prepared, be safe.”
He Saved Us From Defective Products; Now He Needs Our Help
June 2, 2020, Carroll Times Herald
In a box store or on a retailer’s website you’ll see some of the horrors he’s dedicated a professional life to removing from the seemingly safe shelves where Americans grab the stuff of quick errands or big birthday bashes. Now he needs our help.
Our Leaders Of Tomorrow Are Going To Need These 4 Rare Skills
June 4, 2020, Forbes
Gone are the days when the leaders that made sense for humanity were “the big guy who fights good.” And gone are the days when it was smart to pick “the guy who says he has all the answers.” Tomorrow’s leaders need to be systems thinkers.
8 Small Fixes That Make Your Kitchen Safer
June 4, 2020, She Knows
The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it can also be dangerous. Especially if you have little ones. There are plenty of things that can go wrong where you cook.
Leadership During a Crisis Means More Than Keeping The Lights On
June 3, 2020, CMSWiRE
The changing nature of the COVID-19 crisis has created extraordinary challenges for leaders. What worked when we were all struggling to make it through the day, may not be serving you now as we’ve all settled somewhat into “the new normal.”
Australian Consumers Need Better Product Safety Laws
June 4, 2020, Manufacturers Monthly
Australia’s product safety laws are poor in comparison to some other nations and this means that there are 6.6 million unsafe products currently under voluntary recall that have been allowed to remain in Australian homes, according the the ACCC.
Tackling Legal And Business Challenges Caused By The COVID-19 Pandemic
June 4, 2020, National Law Review
Virtually every consumer-facing business has been impacted by shelter-in-place orders, supply chain issues, or new uses for products in a socially distanced society. Many are making headway in adapting to the “new normal” as lockdowns are lifted, employees return to work, and facilities are gradually reopened to the public. In the face of these challenging circumstances, it is important that companies take an analytical step-by-step approach, and exercise diligence in following those steps even as the cries for a speedy resolution get louder.
Opinion: An Unexpected Risk Of COVID-19: Canceled Supplier Audits
June 4, 2020, Supply Chain Dive
As society continues to adjust to the strange new world brought on by COVID-19, we need to react in a way that prioritizes the health and well-being of people and society while ensuring business continuity. Maximizing supplier visibility and health while trying to mitigate disruptions is key for success. This highlights a new challenge as ongoing travel restrictions and quarantines are requiring many companies to cancel on-site supplier audits, inhibiting progress and increasing risk exposure.
UK’s Post-Brexit Product Liability And Safety Laws ‘Could Cause Confusion’
June 3, 2020, Out-Law Analysis
Changes to UK product liability and product safety laws after the UK’s withdrawal from the EU will lead to changes for companies bearing liability and regulatory responsibilities for unsafe products.
Minnesota Bans Toxic Chemical TCE; EPA Twiddles Thumbs
June 4, 2020, Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families
Minnesota recently became the first state to ban the dangerous chemical trichloroethylene (TCE), a volatile organic compound that’s used in manufacturing processes and consumer products.