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Toy Safety Report Cites Product Recall Risks for Holiday Season
12-08-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
The latest U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) annual toy safety report found that more than a dozen toys widely available on store shelves violate federal safety standards. With the holiday shopping season well underway, the PIRG report serves as a timely warning, not only for consumers, but also for manufacturers and distributors of children’s toys that consumer protection needs to be a top priority.
12-08-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
The latest U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) annual toy safety report found that more than a dozen toys widely available on store shelves violate federal safety standards. With the holiday shopping season well underway, the PIRG report serves as a timely warning, not only for consumers, but also for manufacturers and distributors of children’s toys that consumer protection needs to be a top priority.
European Food Safety Authority Issues Report on Food-Borne Illness in Wake of E.Coli Epidemic
12-07-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
The E. coli outbreak that struck Europe earlier this year was especially dangerous because it took several days before the source of the contamination was identified. By the time investigators figured out that bean sprouts were the likely cause and started to manage the recall, several dozen people had already died. Food safety officials around the world are reexamining their procedures, and according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), producers and manufacturers of sprouted seeds have some work to do to improve the safety of their production chains.
12-07-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
The E. coli outbreak that struck Europe earlier this year was especially dangerous because it took several days before the source of the contamination was identified. By the time investigators figured out that bean sprouts were the likely cause and started to manage the recall, several dozen people had already died. Food safety officials around the world are reexamining their procedures, and according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), producers and manufacturers of sprouted seeds have some work to do to improve the safety of their production chains.
As FDA Investigates Pet Treats, Companies Should Review Recall Plans
11-30-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this month warned consumers that some chicken jerky products meant for dogs could be associated with about 70 reports of pets that became ill or died. While the FDA has not yet determined whether the jerky is responsible, the agency is conducting tests on a number of potential sources. While there have been no pet product recalls announced, the agency wants dog owners to monitor the health of their pets.
11-30-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this month warned consumers that some chicken jerky products meant for dogs could be associated with about 70 reports of pets that became ill or died. While the FDA has not yet determined whether the jerky is responsible, the agency is conducting tests on a number of potential sources. While there have been no pet product recalls announced, the agency wants dog owners to monitor the health of their pets.
FDA Campaign Could Cause Increased Recall Management for Pet Product Industry
11-23-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
After seeing evidence that contaminated pet food may be causing illness among pet owners, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that it is increasing its efforts to test pet foods for Salmonella. And as the FDA continues to increase its oversight of the pet food industry, pet food retailers and distributors should be aware of how safety concerns facing the industry could directly impact their products. A top priority for the industry at this time is to ensure that effective recall management plans are in place in case it becomes necessary to recall a product.
11-23-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
After seeing evidence that contaminated pet food may be causing illness among pet owners, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that it is increasing its efforts to test pet foods for Salmonella. And as the FDA continues to increase its oversight of the pet food industry, pet food retailers and distributors should be aware of how safety concerns facing the industry could directly impact their products. A top priority for the industry at this time is to ensure that effective recall management plans are in place in case it becomes necessary to recall a product.
FDA Takes Increased Food Safety Measures to Jamaica
11-22-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
In just one of many signs that food safety here and overseas is of utmost importance to regulators in the United States, inspectors from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently went to Jamaica to inspect Jamaican-based food processing and packaging facilities that export to the U.S. While there seems to be some confusion about the outcome of the inspections, they still serve as a reminder that the FDA will not hesitate to crack down on companies found to be in violation of food safety regulations.
11-22-2011
Mike Rozembajgier
In just one of many signs that food safety here and overseas is of utmost importance to regulators in the United States, inspectors from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently went to Jamaica to inspect Jamaican-based food processing and packaging facilities that export to the U.S. While there seems to be some confusion about the outcome of the inspections, they still serve as a reminder that the FDA will not hesitate to crack down on companies found to be in violation of food safety regulations.
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