European Chemicals Agency’s REACH Regulation
REACH regulations apply to all chemicals including industrial chemicals and household substances.
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Safety and Protection
Biosafety Levels: Key to Laboratory Safety and Compliance
Biosafety levels are a set of safety standards and containment protocols defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
A Comprehensive Guide to AAMI Medical Device Testing
The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) is a leader in the development and promotion of standards for medical devices, helping ensure that these products meet safety, performance, and reliability criteria. AAMI medical device testing...
Workplace Safety: OSHA’s Top 10 Cited Standards of 2022
The top 10 most frequently cited standards following inspections of worksites have been compiled by federal OSHA for all industries.
CPSC Decision on Phthalates in Children’s Products
Last month, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued its final ruling on the use of phthalates in children's products, toys and articles. In a 3 to 2 vote, the commission ruled that children's products may not contain more than 0.1 percent of certain...
Guide to Fungus Testing and Analysis for Laboratories
Fungus testing can prevent a wide range of problems, from food contamination to infections in healthcare settings.
Navigating CLIA Laboratory Testing: A Guide to Compliance and Excellence
CLIA laboratory testing represents the backbone of quality diagnostics in healthcare.
New FDA Seafood Consumption Advice Shows Importance for Seafood Testing
EPA and FDA advice makes it easier to select health and safe seafood
EPA Hazardous Waste Clean-Up Testing from Hurricane Flooding
As Houston begins rebuilding in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, one major hurdle they will face is how to cleanup hazardous waste sites affected by the storm. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) confirmed 13 of the Superfund sites hit by Harvey were...
Toxicological Risk Assessment (TRA): Ensuring Safety in Product Development
By identifying and evaluating the potential risks posed by toxic substances, TRA helps protect public health, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the development of safer products.
Workplace Safety Testing
Emphasizing Laboratory Workplace Safety through Rigorous Testing In the world of scientific research and experimentation, laboratory safety is paramount. The unique environment of a laboratory, with its complex mix of chemicals, biological agents, and sophisticated...
CLP Regulation on Substances and Mixtures
Protecting the environment is a primary goal of CLP regulations
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