FCC Proposes Updates to Cell Phone Radiation Standards
FCC first Set Radiation Emission Standards For Cellular Devices In 1996. Federal officials are debating a proposal to revisit the issue of radiation emitted by cell phones and the dangers they pose to consumers. According to a Reuters report, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski has proposed a formal … [Read more...] about FCC Proposes Updates to Cell Phone Radiation Standards
CPSC Blasted on Toy Safety
CPSIA New Standards For Toy Safety. Although the recently passed Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act includes strict new standards protecting children from dangerous toys and other products, many are concerned about toys being made now in accordance with less strict current standards. This issue was the focus of a recent dispute … [Read more...] about CPSC Blasted on Toy Safety
FDA New Drug Safety Initiative
New Drug Safety Initiative. The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is going to be giving drugs more scrutiny once they are approved and on the market. The new policy comes as lawmakers, concerned by the rash of recent drug recalls, have been urging the FDA to step in and implement standards to help alleviate these issues. Also, … [Read more...] about FDA New Drug Safety Initiative
State proposes clean-up standards for harmful contaminant
Officials Proposed Cleanup Standards For Harmful Contaminant. State environmental officials on Tuesday proposed water cleanup standards for perchlorate, a potentially harmful chemical that has been found in drinking water sources at 10 sites in Massachusetts. Perchlorate, a rocket fuel ingredient, is used in road flares, fireworks … [Read more...] about State proposes clean-up standards for harmful contaminant
NHTSA Toughen Rules for Auto Roofs
NHTSA Propose New Auto Roof Standards. By the end of the month, the NHTSA will probably institute a new set of regulations requiring stronger roofs for cars, trucks, and especially larger SUVs. The need for such changes has been a matter of disagreement between the auto industry and safety groups. Automakers have argued that … [Read more...] about NHTSA Toughen Rules for Auto Roofs
