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What is REACH registration, and what type of testing must be done for REACH registration? REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) is a regulation set forth by the European Union, that began in 2007. It was started as a way to...
A NATO STANAG (STANdardization AGreement) is a standardization document specifying an agreement among member nations to implement a specific standard. The NATO STANAG sets the parameters for procedures, processes, terms, and conditions for military and other...
In the third annual "Chain Reaction" report, the most popular US fast food chains are graded on their use of antibiotics in food, specifically meat, as well as their policies and meat sourcing practices. Historically, antibiotics have been given to animals that...
With product safety being so important and major recalls frequently making news headlines, food contact substances testing is important for the health and safety of human consumption. In the USA, food contact surface testing is regulated by and required by the US...
Protecting the environment is a primary goal of CLP regulations
HRIPT testing represents a cornerstone of product safety and efficacy in the skincare and cosmetic industries
In the rapidly expanding market of nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, and vitamins, ensuring product safety and compliance with regulatory standards is paramount. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays a crucial role in establishing guidelines...
The Consumer Products Safety Commission reports that in 2011, more than 3,500 Halloween-related injuries occurred in October and November. Injuries due to costumes included falls, collisions, and burns. Halloween costume flammability testing ensures the costume...
Landfill Toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP) Testing is an analytical test method used to determine whether or not waste is hazardous by determining the mobility of organic and inorganic substances in liquids, solids, and metaphasic waste. Under the...
NRTLs are Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories, In the United States, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) oversees and regulates certain workplace products and systems. NRTLs are laboratory facilities that are qualified to perform the...
The FDA is continually working to improve patient outcomes by including patients as well as their comfort and safety in the development of new drugs, biologics, and medical devices. A relatively new law, the 21st Century Cures Act, was designed as a way to bring...
FDA compliance in veterinary medicine testing is not only a regulatory requirement but also a benchmark for quality and safety in animal health products. Ensuring the safety and efficacy of veterinary drugs, devices, and food additives is a top priority that...
The Controlled Substance Act was passed as Title II of the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970. It has schedules for the control of 5 classifications of drugs. The US Food and Drug Administration and the US Drug Enforcement Administration...
The Labeling of Hazardous Art Materials Act, or LHAMA, exists to ensure art materials are free of potentially dangerous chemicals, substances, and other potential hazards. This act requires that all art supplies and materials intended for use by the public have...
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services whose main goal is the advancement of behavioral health. SAMHSA aims to reduce substance abuse and mental illness in the U.S. The...
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From safety culture to a culture of safety, protecting workers from harm is...
As one of the biggest online retailers in the world, Amazon sells millions of...
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