Staff introduction for CPSC workshop on third party testing cost reduction through possible material determinations. Provides workshop agenda, background, and workshop goals
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission held a workshop on April 3, 2014 to discuss potential ways to reduce the costs of third party testing for product safety compliance while still ensuring safety. The workshop included a panel of representatives from consumer advocacy groups and industry associations and allowed for public comments. Attendees were reminded that the views expressed were those of participants and not official government policies.
This presentation provides an overview of the ASTM F963 toy safety standard. It discusses the history and development of the standard, including its adoption as a mandatory rule by the CPSC. It describes the structure and requirements of the standard, including requirements related to choking, lacerations, strangulation, and other hazards. It also discusses the standard revision process and provides examples of how the requirements apply to different toy types and scenarios.
Determinations for lead and the eight elements in ASTM F963 as a means for third party testing cost reduction: questions, issues, and comments. CPSC staff presentation followed by panelist presentations
Phthalate determinations as a means for third party testing cost reduction: questions, issues, and comments. CPSC staff presentation followed by panelist presentations.
The document outlines the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) requirements for children's products, including mandatory toy standards, lead and phthalate limits, third-party testing, and certification. It also discusses the CPSC's approach to ensuring safety of non-children's products through voluntary standards, regulations if needed, and general certification requirements. Testing and certification requirements vary depending on if a product is for children or not and what specific safety rules apply.
The document summarizes CPSC requirements for adult and children's clothing, including mandatory safety standards and voluntary standards. It discusses four types of safety concerns, strategies to prevent product hazards, and CPSC's role in monitoring voluntary standards and issuing technical regulations if needed to reduce risks. Key requirements outlined are flammability testing, tracking labels, lead and phthalate limits, and restrictions on drawstrings for children's garments. Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring imported products comply with both U.S. regulations and voluntary consensus standards.
Overview of testing, certification, and record keeping requirements for consumer products, including children's products. Addresses initial certification testing, material change testing, and periodic testing if you have continued production. Presentation also addresses optional component part testing. A review of mandatory recordkeeping requirements and undue influence training is also discussed.
This document discusses the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) requirements for furniture, cribs, and children's beds. It provides an overview of the CPSC's mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury from consumer products. It then discusses the CPSC's strategies to prevent product hazards, including supporting improvements to voluntary standards, creating and enforcing technical regulations and bans, identifying and removing hazardous products through recalls, and education programs. Specific requirements are outlined for cribs, toddler beds, bunk beds, and upholstered furniture. Best practices
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission held a workshop on April 3, 2014 to discuss potential ways to reduce the costs of third party testing for product safety compliance while still ensuring safety. The workshop included a panel of representatives from consumer advocacy groups and industry associations and allowed for public comments. Attendees were reminded that the views expressed were those of participants and not official government policies.
This presentation provides an overview of the ASTM F963 toy safety standard. It discusses the history and development of the standard, including its adoption as a mandatory rule by the CPSC. It describes the structure and requirements of the standard, including requirements related to choking, lacerations, strangulation, and other hazards. It also discusses the standard revision process and provides examples of how the requirements apply to different toy types and scenarios.
Determinations for lead and the eight elements in ASTM F963 as a means for third party testing cost reduction: questions, issues, and comments. CPSC staff presentation followed by panelist presentations
Phthalate determinations as a means for third party testing cost reduction: questions, issues, and comments. CPSC staff presentation followed by panelist presentations.
The document outlines the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) requirements for children's products, including mandatory toy standards, lead and phthalate limits, third-party testing, and certification. It also discusses the CPSC's approach to ensuring safety of non-children's products through voluntary standards, regulations if needed, and general certification requirements. Testing and certification requirements vary depending on if a product is for children or not and what specific safety rules apply.
The document summarizes CPSC requirements for adult and children's clothing, including mandatory safety standards and voluntary standards. It discusses four types of safety concerns, strategies to prevent product hazards, and CPSC's role in monitoring voluntary standards and issuing technical regulations if needed to reduce risks. Key requirements outlined are flammability testing, tracking labels, lead and phthalate limits, and restrictions on drawstrings for children's garments. Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring imported products comply with both U.S. regulations and voluntary consensus standards.
Overview of testing, certification, and record keeping requirements for consumer products, including children's products. Addresses initial certification testing, material change testing, and periodic testing if you have continued production. Presentation also addresses optional component part testing. A review of mandatory recordkeeping requirements and undue influence training is also discussed.
This document discusses the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) requirements for furniture, cribs, and children's beds. It provides an overview of the CPSC's mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury from consumer products. It then discusses the CPSC's strategies to prevent product hazards, including supporting improvements to voluntary standards, creating and enforcing technical regulations and bans, identifying and removing hazardous products through recalls, and education programs. Specific requirements are outlined for cribs, toddler beds, bunk beds, and upholstered furniture. Best practices
2014 updates for durable infant and toddler products. How to locate CPSC data on regulatory non-compliance notices, which are also called "letters of advice" (LOAs). The referenced Excel table will be updated frequently with the names of the firm, the foreign manufacturer, and other information. Businesses may integrate this information into their compliance workflows to assist them in sourcing safe & compliant consumer products.
An international panel comprised of members of AQSIQ (China), INMETRO (Brazil), Health Canada and CPSC (U.S.) used this presentation to discuss the regulatory structure and suggestions for businesses.
CPSC experts and representatives of a law firm used this presentation to discuss testing and certification issues, component parts testing, and certificates of conformity.
The presentation provides an overview of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's Office of Compliance and Field Operations. It discusses how the office works to identify product hazards through surveillance activities and in-depth investigations. It outlines the process for mandatory reporting of product defects and describes trends in voluntary recalls and corrective actions. Priorities are identified, including implementation of enforcement programs and review of internal procedures to ensure more timely response. Contact information is provided for those seeking additional guidance.
The document summarizes new rules for third party testing of children's products that took effect in 2013. It outlines requirements for initial certification testing, component part testing, material change testing, and periodic testing for continued production. Manufacturers must have products tested by accredited laboratories, issue certificates of compliance, and maintain testing records. The rules aim to provide assurance that children's products meet safety standards for substances like lead and phthalates.
This document provides an overview and guidance for firms on consumer product recalls and CPSC compliance. It discusses the recall process, from initial reporting of a potential defect to ongoing monitoring and disposal of recalled products. Firms are advised to maintain thorough records, cooperate with CPSC staff, and make comprehensive efforts to reach all consumers regarding recalls. The presentation also provides an overview of CPSC's authorities and resources for firms to aid compliance.
This document discusses coordination between the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regarding import safety. It outlines how CPSC monitors imports for compliance, triggers for inspections, common violations seen, and opportunities for importers to improve compliance through programs like Importer Self Assessment. The goal is facilitating legitimate trade while expediting the import process and identifying safety issues through data sharing and targeted inspections.
Slides for morning discussion session of electronic certificate workshop on a *proposed* amendment to the current certification rule, 16 CFR Part 1110. Slides consist of CPSC staff presentation followed by non-CPSC panelist presentations.
This document discusses Section 6(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Act, which governs the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's public disclosure of product-specific information. Section 6(b) requires the CPSC to notify manufacturers and private labelers at least 15 days before disclosure and provide an opportunity to comment. It also establishes exceptions for situations where public health and safety require expedited disclosure. The document reviews the key requirements and exceptions of Section 6(b), as well as related CPSC regulations and the process for judicial review of disclosure decisions.
This document discusses requirements for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) in the United States, including:
1) Mandatory requirements include complying with the ANSI/SVIA 1-2007 safety standard, having a Commission-approved action plan, and banning 3-wheel ATVs.
2) Firms must monitor dealers to ensure compliance with age recommendations and advertising guidelines. Non-compliant dealers may face fines or contract termination.
3) All ATV manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers must report any non-compliant or defective ATVs that could pose a substantial hazard. Failure to comply with requirements may result in civil or criminal penalties.
This presentation provides an overview of toy safety regulations in Canada and the United States. It discusses the key legislation governing consumer product safety in both countries, including the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act and regulations in Canada, as well as the Consumer Product Safety Act and other laws in the US. The presentation also provides highlights of recent changes and initiatives at Health Canada and the CPSC, and outlines requirements for toys in areas such as heavy metals, phthalates, small parts, and sound. Finally, it discusses regulatory cooperation between the two countries through initiatives like joint recalls and information sharing.
The document provides an overview of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). It discusses that the CPSC is an independent federal agency established in 1973 that is responsible for protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury from consumer products. The CPSC works to reduce an estimated 34,500 deaths and 36 million injuries annually associated with consumer products through regulation and enforcement, recalls, education, and monitoring of voluntary standards. It summarizes the CPSC's laws, regulations, testing and certification requirements, market surveillance, data collection and analysis, and international cooperation to promote product safety.
The document discusses recalls in the United States, including what prompts recalls by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) such as self-reporting of hazards or violations found through investigations. It outlines the CPSC's recall authority in statutes and regulations. A recall involves actions like returning or repairing products and can include corrective action plans between the CPSC and firms. The objectives of recalls are to locate defective products, remove them from the market, and communicate the issue to the public. Recalls are monitored to measure their effectiveness through actions of both recalling firms and the CPSC.
Overview of CPSC, Health Canada, and Profeco cooperation, legislation, joint recalls, and including a case study of stroller regulatory requirements in all 3 jurisdictions.
The document discusses how the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reviews consumer product imports at US ports. It provides statistics on the detention rate and most common violations found. It also describes CPSC's pilot risk assessment system, which aims to improve hazard detection at ports and reduce unnecessary detentions and product recalls. The system integrates risk data from shipments, past cases, screening history, injuries, and commercial sources to model enforcement strategy. Expected benefits include saving lives and facilitating legitimate trade while minimizing costs.
Jim Helmkamp, Senior Epidemiologist for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Western States Office, presented this at CPSC's ATV Safety Summit Oct. 12, 2012. State-specific ATV fatality rates were compared between 1990-1999 and 2000-2007 grouping states according to helmet, and training and licensure requirements (per SVIA state ATV requirement charts). 2,226 deaths occurred from 1990-1999 at a rate of 0.09 deaths per 100,000 population and 7,231 deaths from 2000-2007 at a rate of 0.32. Male rates were at least six times higher than female rates. Males accounted for about 86% of the deaths overall. Children under 17 years accounted for over one-third of the deaths in the earlier period decreasing to about 17% in the latter. The number of deaths increased 225% from the earlier period to the latter with a three-fold increase in the death rate. There was little collective difference between rates for states with or without helmet requirements and between states with or without training and licensure requirements. Policy-oriented prevention strategies over the past decade seem to have largely failed. This failure may be due to lack of enforcement and the casual attitude of many ATV riders to not wear a helmet or take training.
SaferProducts.gov is a website launched in 2011 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) where the public can submit reports of harm relating to consumer products. Reports must contain information in eight required fields and are sent to the identified manufacturer for review before being posted publicly. Over 12,000 incident reports have been published to date, mostly concerning appliances and footwear and injuries have generally been minor. The site allows consumers and companies to search reports, file new reports, and sign up for notifications.
2014 updates for durable infant and toddler products. How to locate CPSC data on regulatory non-compliance notices, which are also called "letters of advice" (LOAs). The referenced Excel table will be updated frequently with the names of the firm, the foreign manufacturer, and other information. Businesses may integrate this information into their compliance workflows to assist them in sourcing safe & compliant consumer products.
An international panel comprised of members of AQSIQ (China), INMETRO (Brazil), Health Canada and CPSC (U.S.) used this presentation to discuss the regulatory structure and suggestions for businesses.
CPSC experts and representatives of a law firm used this presentation to discuss testing and certification issues, component parts testing, and certificates of conformity.
The presentation provides an overview of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's Office of Compliance and Field Operations. It discusses how the office works to identify product hazards through surveillance activities and in-depth investigations. It outlines the process for mandatory reporting of product defects and describes trends in voluntary recalls and corrective actions. Priorities are identified, including implementation of enforcement programs and review of internal procedures to ensure more timely response. Contact information is provided for those seeking additional guidance.
The document summarizes new rules for third party testing of children's products that took effect in 2013. It outlines requirements for initial certification testing, component part testing, material change testing, and periodic testing for continued production. Manufacturers must have products tested by accredited laboratories, issue certificates of compliance, and maintain testing records. The rules aim to provide assurance that children's products meet safety standards for substances like lead and phthalates.
This document provides an overview and guidance for firms on consumer product recalls and CPSC compliance. It discusses the recall process, from initial reporting of a potential defect to ongoing monitoring and disposal of recalled products. Firms are advised to maintain thorough records, cooperate with CPSC staff, and make comprehensive efforts to reach all consumers regarding recalls. The presentation also provides an overview of CPSC's authorities and resources for firms to aid compliance.
This document discusses coordination between the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regarding import safety. It outlines how CPSC monitors imports for compliance, triggers for inspections, common violations seen, and opportunities for importers to improve compliance through programs like Importer Self Assessment. The goal is facilitating legitimate trade while expediting the import process and identifying safety issues through data sharing and targeted inspections.
Slides for morning discussion session of electronic certificate workshop on a *proposed* amendment to the current certification rule, 16 CFR Part 1110. Slides consist of CPSC staff presentation followed by non-CPSC panelist presentations.
This document discusses Section 6(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Act, which governs the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's public disclosure of product-specific information. Section 6(b) requires the CPSC to notify manufacturers and private labelers at least 15 days before disclosure and provide an opportunity to comment. It also establishes exceptions for situations where public health and safety require expedited disclosure. The document reviews the key requirements and exceptions of Section 6(b), as well as related CPSC regulations and the process for judicial review of disclosure decisions.
This document discusses requirements for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) in the United States, including:
1) Mandatory requirements include complying with the ANSI/SVIA 1-2007 safety standard, having a Commission-approved action plan, and banning 3-wheel ATVs.
2) Firms must monitor dealers to ensure compliance with age recommendations and advertising guidelines. Non-compliant dealers may face fines or contract termination.
3) All ATV manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers must report any non-compliant or defective ATVs that could pose a substantial hazard. Failure to comply with requirements may result in civil or criminal penalties.
This presentation provides an overview of toy safety regulations in Canada and the United States. It discusses the key legislation governing consumer product safety in both countries, including the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act and regulations in Canada, as well as the Consumer Product Safety Act and other laws in the US. The presentation also provides highlights of recent changes and initiatives at Health Canada and the CPSC, and outlines requirements for toys in areas such as heavy metals, phthalates, small parts, and sound. Finally, it discusses regulatory cooperation between the two countries through initiatives like joint recalls and information sharing.
The document provides an overview of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). It discusses that the CPSC is an independent federal agency established in 1973 that is responsible for protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury from consumer products. The CPSC works to reduce an estimated 34,500 deaths and 36 million injuries annually associated with consumer products through regulation and enforcement, recalls, education, and monitoring of voluntary standards. It summarizes the CPSC's laws, regulations, testing and certification requirements, market surveillance, data collection and analysis, and international cooperation to promote product safety.
The document discusses recalls in the United States, including what prompts recalls by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) such as self-reporting of hazards or violations found through investigations. It outlines the CPSC's recall authority in statutes and regulations. A recall involves actions like returning or repairing products and can include corrective action plans between the CPSC and firms. The objectives of recalls are to locate defective products, remove them from the market, and communicate the issue to the public. Recalls are monitored to measure their effectiveness through actions of both recalling firms and the CPSC.
Overview of CPSC, Health Canada, and Profeco cooperation, legislation, joint recalls, and including a case study of stroller regulatory requirements in all 3 jurisdictions.
The document discusses how the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reviews consumer product imports at US ports. It provides statistics on the detention rate and most common violations found. It also describes CPSC's pilot risk assessment system, which aims to improve hazard detection at ports and reduce unnecessary detentions and product recalls. The system integrates risk data from shipments, past cases, screening history, injuries, and commercial sources to model enforcement strategy. Expected benefits include saving lives and facilitating legitimate trade while minimizing costs.
Jim Helmkamp, Senior Epidemiologist for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Western States Office, presented this at CPSC's ATV Safety Summit Oct. 12, 2012. State-specific ATV fatality rates were compared between 1990-1999 and 2000-2007 grouping states according to helmet, and training and licensure requirements (per SVIA state ATV requirement charts). 2,226 deaths occurred from 1990-1999 at a rate of 0.09 deaths per 100,000 population and 7,231 deaths from 2000-2007 at a rate of 0.32. Male rates were at least six times higher than female rates. Males accounted for about 86% of the deaths overall. Children under 17 years accounted for over one-third of the deaths in the earlier period decreasing to about 17% in the latter. The number of deaths increased 225% from the earlier period to the latter with a three-fold increase in the death rate. There was little collective difference between rates for states with or without helmet requirements and between states with or without training and licensure requirements. Policy-oriented prevention strategies over the past decade seem to have largely failed. This failure may be due to lack of enforcement and the casual attitude of many ATV riders to not wear a helmet or take training.
SaferProducts.gov is a website launched in 2011 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) where the public can submit reports of harm relating to consumer products. Reports must contain information in eight required fields and are sent to the identified manufacturer for review before being posted publicly. Over 12,000 incident reports have been published to date, mostly concerning appliances and footwear and injuries have generally been minor. The site allows consumers and companies to search reports, file new reports, and sign up for notifications.
An overview of the CPSC PGA message set, electronic filing alpha pilot, and certificate registry with walkthrough of example filing and detailed information on proposed timeline
Este documento presenta información sobre los requisitos de seguridad para productos para niños establecidos por la Comisión para la Seguridad de Productos del Consumidor de EE. UU., incluyendo normas voluntarias como ASTM F963 y requisitos legales como los límites de plomo y ftalatos establecidos por la Ley de Mejora de la Seguridad de Productos del Consumidor. También describe los procesos de pruebas de terceros y certificación que los fabricantes deben seguir para cumplir con estas normas y leyes
Electrical products can pose fire, electric shock, burn, and other hazards if they fail or are misused. According to US data from 2006-2008, electrical failures and misuse caused over 50,000 structure fires, 400 deaths, and over $1.3 billion in property losses annually. The CPSC works to promote electrical safety through voluntary standards, technical regulations, bans on unsafe products, surveillance and recalls of defective products, and consumer education. Manufacturers, importers, and consumers all share responsibility for ensuring electrical product safety.
Este documento presenta los requisitos de seguridad de la Comisión para la seguridad de los productos del consumidor de EE. UU. para la ropa de niños y adultos, incluidos los textiles, la ropa de dormir para niños, los cordones y las mejores prácticas de fabricación. Se describen las normas voluntarias y los reglamentos técnicos, así como las responsabilidades
This presentation on fire reduction strategies for residential furniture details the role of flame retardants and compares usage and analysis in various jurisdictions.
This presentation provides information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission about all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety. It discusses the CPSC's role in protecting consumers from unsafe products, and why ATV safety is important. The presentation covers topics like where ATVs can be legally ridden, requirements for riders and passengers, ensuring all operators are properly trained, and tips for buying an ATV. Resources on ATV safety statistics, public service announcements, and publications are also provided. The overall goal is to educate about ATV safety and encourage sharing safety information with others.
Cam Arnold, Vice-President of the Right Rider Access Fund, presented this at CPSC’s ATV Safety Summit Oct. 11, 2012. The Right Rider Access Fund sponsored "Do the Ride Thing", an ATV and dirt bike safety video contest, in collaboration with the ATV Safety Institute and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. "Do the Ride Thing" enhances young riders' knowledge of the "Golden Rules" of ATV safety while empowering them to communicate safety messages to their peers through their own PSA video. The contest, in its third year, ran from June 1 to August 15, 2012 and offered 19 prizes totaling $8,500. Students ages six to 18 could enter. Creating a safety video that highlights one or more of ASI's "Golden Rules" is a great way to motivate and inform the public - especially kids and their parents - about the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles. The contest harnesses the social networking power of YouTube and it gives kids the opportunity to "Do the Ride Thing" and help other kids ride safe/ride smart.
Dr. Charles Jennissen, of the University of Iowa Department of Emergency Medicine presented this at CPSC's ATV Safety Summit Oct. 12, 2012. The study objective was to determine the ATV anticipatory guidance practices of primary care providers, as well as their attitudes, knowledge, and the barriers faced in educating families about the risk of ATV use. Methods: An electronic survey was administered to primary care providers belonging to Iowa state medical societies. Results: More than 60% of respondents (N=218) believed that providing ATV anticipatory guidance was important. However, 78% gave ATV safety counseling less than 10% of the time during regular pediatric exams, and only 12% did so greater than 25% of the time. Families rarely ask providers for advice on ATV safety issues; 84% of providers were asked once a year or less. ATV knowledge scores were low (median score 2 of 12); however, those with previous ATV exposure had significantly higher scores. Many respondents affirmed insufficient knowledge (47%) and inadequate resources (63%), but the most commonly identified barrier was that it was not a routine part of their practice.
This document provides an overview of US regulations for clothing sold in the US market. It discusses key textile regulations including the Flammable Fabrics Act (FFA) and standards such as 16 CFR Part 1610 for flame resistance and 16 CFR Parts 1615/1616 for sleepwear. It also covers the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and requirements for lead, phthalates, and testing. Contact information is provided for the expert on US clothing compliance regulations.
The document discusses 16 CFR Part 1633, the open flame standard for mattresses established by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) effective July 2007. It outlines the test parameters, which include exposing the top and sides of a mattress to an open flame for 70 and 50 seconds respectively then collecting heat release data for 30 minutes. The standard is failed if heat exceeds 200kW at any time or total heat released in the first 10 minutes exceeds 15MJ. The document then describes flame-retardant (FR) barrier fabrics available for use in mattresses, including nonwoven, knit, and laminate options that allow mattresses to pass 1633 requirements.
What data can you use to drive your business and improve product design? CPSC has databases you can use to look for product problems by searching through consumer product-related incidents, injuries and deaths to take proactive action and minimize risk. CPSC experts will discuss how these databases are used by CPSC internally to examine potential actions; how to search and use CPSC’s national injury database (NEISS) and SaferProducts.gov to identify problems; and how these databases may benefit business and industry in promoting safer products.
The CPSC uses a multi-pronged strategy to protect consumers that includes education and outreach to manufacturers domestically and abroad, import surveillance to inspect products entering US ports, and decisive enforcement responses like recalls or penalties. The CPSC conducts extensive testing of products, educates small businesses, and works with global partners and universities. The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 established requirements for children's products, including lead limits, phthalates bans, third-party testing, and certification.
Components of a Successful Packaging Shelf-Life StudyNAMSA
A key design attribute of a terminally sterilized medical device is for the device to maintain sterility throughout the labeled shelf-life. This presentation discusses a few of the elements that are necessary for a successful packaging shelf-life.
Overview of third party testing children's products, including initial certification testing, material change testing, component part testing, and periodic testing. Discussion of recordkeeping requirements and undue influence training requirements.
The document discusses North American cooperation between the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, Health Canada, and Mexico's PROFECO on consumer product safety issues. It provides examples of joint projects between the agencies, including social media campaigns on various safety topics, presentations at industry events, webinars on safety requirements, and customs cooperation initiatives like joint exercises and information sharing. Inter-laboratory cooperation is also summarized, such as exercises comparing testing of lead, phthalates, and X-ray fluorescence technology, as well as staff exchanges and training. A total of 24 simultaneous/joint recalls across North America are mentioned since 2013 involving products like glass tumblers, TV stands, bicycles, speakers, wall adapters, ATVs,
This document provides an overview of the Consumer Product Safety Commission's third party testing program requirements. It discusses the requirements for initial certification testing, component part testing, material change testing, and periodic testing that manufacturers must follow to certify that children's products comply with safety standards. It also outlines the recordkeeping responsibilities and reasonable testing program best practices for non-children's products. The presentation emphasizes exercising due care in relying on third party test results and avoiding any undue influence on testing laboratories.
GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) is a quality system for non-clinical health and environmental safety studies. It was instituted in the US after fraudulent data was submitted by toxicology labs. GLP aims to ensure studies are properly planned, monitored, and reported, and that data accurately reflects results. It promotes international acceptance of safety tests. The OECD principles provide an international standard for GLP, covering topics like facility organization, test system and item characterization, and record keeping. India has established a National GLP Compliance Monitoring Authority to oversee GLP standards.
Good laboratory practices (GLP) were established in the 1970s after fraudulent data was submitted to the FDA from toxicology laboratories. The key case involved Industrial Bio-Test Laboratories, which falsified safety tests. This led the FDA to create GLP regulations in 1978 to ensure non-clinical study data quality and integrity. The OECD later established universal GLP principles in 1981 to facilitate international acceptance of study data. GLP provides standards for test facility organization and quality management, facilities, test system handling, study conduct, reporting, and record keeping to ensure study data accurately represent results. India has established a National GLP Compliance Monitoring Authority to oversee adherence to GLP standards by domestic testing facilities.
This document discusses periodic testing requirements for children's products. It explains that periodic testing must be conducted by a CPSC-accepted third party laboratory, with the required frequency depending on the manufacturer's chosen option - either annually, every 2 years if a production testing plan is established, or every 3 years if using an ISO-accredited lab for continued testing. The frequency may also need to be more than annually based on factors like variability in test results or potential for serious injury. Manufacturers must document their periodic testing plan and maintain testing records for 5 years. Component part testing by suppliers can be relied on if certain conditions are met.
Good laboratory practice guidelines. GLP IN INDIA. selvaraj227
The document discusses Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines. It provides an introduction to GLP, including that GLP deals with how laboratory studies are planned, performed, monitored and reported to ensure quality and validity of test data. The history and purpose of GLP are then outlined, noting it was established to prevent fraud and promote standardized, high-quality non-clinical safety testing. Ten GLP principles are also summarized, covering topics like facilities, equipment and management responsibilities. Finally, the scope and current status of GLP in India are briefly addressed.
The document discusses several organizations that establish standards for packaging testing. The key organizations mentioned are:
- American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
- Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI)
- International Standards Organization (ISO)
- Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
- International Safe Transit Association (ISTA)
It provides some high-level details on the types of standards developed by TAPPI and ISO. TAPPI publishes test methods, specifications, guidelines and glossaries developed through consensus. ISO had published over 24,000 standards as of 2021 and is an independent international standards organization with 167 national member bodies.
This document discusses the validation of raw materials used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. It defines validation as demonstrating through documented evidence that a process will consistently produce a product meeting predetermined specifications. The document outlines a 7 step process for validating raw materials: 1) List all raw materials needed, 2) Identify at least two suppliers for each material, 3) Qualify new suppliers by inspecting facilities, 4) Obtain supplier certificates of analysis and samples, 5) Establish specifications for each material, 6) Establish test procedures, 7) Establish sampling procedures. The validation process confirms raw materials meet specifications and ensures uniform, high quality batches.
GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) is a quality system concerned with the organization and conditions under which non-clinical health and environmental safety studies are conducted. It was instituted in the US after fraudulent data was submitted by toxicology labs to the FDA. The OECD then established principles of GLP to harmonize standards internationally. The key principles cover organization and personnel, quality assurance, facilities, equipment, test systems, study conduct, reporting and record keeping. Compliance ensures the validity and integrity of study data submitted to regulatory authorities like the FDA. India has a National GLP Compliance Monitoring Authority that inspects and certifies laboratories according to OECD GLP principles.
Oral Solid Dosage Forms Pre_Post Approval Issues (1_94) _ FDA.pdfJenniferGuerrero53
This document provides guidance for FDA investigators on inspecting oral solid dosage form manufacturing processes. It discusses that during product development, firms should characterize drug substances, establish manufacturing procedures, conduct in-process and finished product testing, evaluate dissolution profiles, and obtain stability data. This information justifies the commercial process described in applications. While full validation of 3 commercial batches is not required for approval, firms must have data from test batches to set specifications for the filed process, which then form the basis of validation protocols conducted after approval.
The document provides an overview of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and its activities related to candles and candle accessories. It discusses how CPSC works to prevent injuries through regulations, voluntary standards, surveillance, investigations, recalls, and compliance activities. It summarizes CPSC staff's analysis of a petition requesting mandatory standards for candles, which found that compliance with existing voluntary ASTM standards has reduced fire risks and those standards are likely widely adopted by the candle industry.
This document provides information about the 8th Annual Pre-Filled Syringes conference and exhibition, taking place January 26-28, 2016 in London. The summary includes:
- Key benefits and presentations to be given at the conference focus on usability challenges of combination products, human factors engineering, safety assessments, manufacturing considerations, and regulatory topics related to pre-filled syringes.
- Two optional half-day pre-conference workshops on January 26th will address development, packaging and regulatory considerations for pre-filled syringes as well as bridging formulation and device engineering.
- The conference will feature presentations from industry experts on topics like innovation, human factors, manufacturing, safety assessments, and combination
Kristy Vogt has over 20 years of experience in laboratory science and quality assurance. She holds a Master's degree in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Science and has worked in roles managing laboratories and research evaluations. Her expertise includes food microbiology, infection control, and dental materials compliance.
The Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) protects children from serious personal injury or serious illness from handling, using or ingesting hazardous household substances. Learn about the products covered and how to comply with the act.
Susan Hall has over 20 years of experience in manufacturing and quality control roles. She currently works as a Medical Quality Technician for Vancive Medical Technologies, where she generates documentation, audits materials, and conducts testing. Previously she held roles in process operation, quality technician, and lab technician. She has extensive experience with testing equipment and compiling documentation for customers. Susan seeks a challenging position as a Laboratory Technician where she can apply her technical skills.
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Introduction: Workshop on Potential Ways To Reduce Third Party Testing Costs Through Determinations Consistent With Assuring Compliance
1. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Workshop on Potential Ways To Reduce Third
Party Testing Costs Through Determinations
Consistent With Assuring Compliance
April 3, 2014
This presentation was prepared by CPSC staff, has not been reviewed or approved
by, and may not reflect the views of, the Commission.
2. US CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION
Disclaimer
This presentation was prepared by
CPSC staff, has not been reviewed or approved
by, and may not reflect the views of, the
Commission.
The views and opinions expressed by public
participants during this workshop are those of the
participants and do not represent official
government policies or positions of the
Commission or its staff.
This workshop is being webcast and recorded.
Please identify yourself when speaking.
4/3/2014 2
4. Workshop Purpose
Additional research
• Scientifically defensible
• Widest scope of relief
• Not affect safety and compliance of children’s
products
Possible rulemaking on expanding the list
of materials eligible for determinations
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5. Workshop Scope
Scope is limited to research in support of
possible determinations rulemaking. Not
included in the workshop are:
• Certification issues;
• Test methods;
• Statutory content limits;
• Definitions; and
• Other matters not related to determinations.
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6. Consumer Product Safety Improvement
Act of 2008 (CPSIA)
Limits lead content in substrate for accessible
component parts of children’s products to
100 ppm
Limits content of six phthalates for children’s
toys and child care articles to 0.1 percent
Mandatory toy safety standard
(ASTM F 963-11) limits soluble amounts of
eight elements: antimony, arsenic, barium,
cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, and
selenium
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7. Compliance Testing
Children’s products that are subject to a
CPSC children’s product safety rule must
be tested by a third party CPSC-accepted
laboratory (Section 14(a)(2) of the CPSA).
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8. Burden Reduction
Public Law 112–28 (August 12, 2011)
directed CPSC to seek comment on
‘‘opportunities to reduce the cost of third
party testing requirements consistent
with assuring compliance with any
applicable consumer product safety rule,
ban, standard, or regulation.’’
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9. Previous Commission Actions
Request for Comment (RFC): Application of
Third Party Testing Requirements; Reducing
Third Party Testing Burdens
• 76 FR 69596; 11/8/11; Staff briefing package;
8/29/12
Request for Information Regarding Third
Party Testing for Lead Content, Phthalate
Content, and the Solubility of the Eight
Elements Listed in ASTM F963–11
• 78 FR 22518; 4/16/13
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10. CPSC Staff Workshop
79 FR 11088; February 27, 2014
www.regulations.gov
• CPSC Docket No. CPSC–2011–0081
Written comments submitted by April 17,
2014
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11. CPSC Staff Workshop Goals
Information and evidence about possible
determinations that certain materials comply with
the applicable content or solubility limits of
applicable children’s product safety rules with a
high degree of assurance
• Irrespective of their manufacturing origin or
manufacturing process
• Without requiring third party testing
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12. CPSC Staff Workshop Goals
Information about factors relevant to
demonstrating a high degree of assurance of
compliance to the applicable children’s product
safety rules
• Consideration of raw material sourcing
• Manufacturing processes used
• Possible presence of recycled materials
• Potential for contamination
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13. CPSC Staff Workshop Topics
Three areas for possible determinations
• Phthalate content
• Lead content
• Solubility of the eight elements in the toy standard
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