Consumer Product Safety Commission 2009 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents
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Requirements for Consumer Registration of Durable Infant or Toddler Products; Final Rule
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') is issuing a final rule under section 104(d) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA''). In accordance with that section, the final rule requires each manufacturer of a durable infant or toddler product to: provide a postage-paid consumer registration form with each product; keep records of consumers who register their products with the manufacturer; and permanently place the manufacturer's name and contact information, model name and number, and the date of manufacture on each such product. The final rule specifies the text and format for the registration form and establishes requirements for registration through the internet.
Interim Enforcement Policy on Component Testing and Certification of Children's Products and Other Consumer Products to the August 14, 2009 Lead Limits
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC,'' ``Commission,'' or ``we'') is announcing an interim enforcement policy regarding component testing and certification of children's products and other consumer products to the 90 parts per million (ppm) lead in paint limit and to the 300 ppm lead limit for children's products established in section 101 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'').
Consumer Product Safety Act: Notice of Commission Action on the Stay of Enforcement of Testing and Certification Requirements
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') is announcing its decision to revise the terms of its stay of enforcement of certain testing and certification provisions of section 14 of the Consumer Product Safety Act (``CPSA'') as amended by section 102(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'').\1\ On February 9, 2009, the Commission announced a stay of enforcement that would remain in effect until February 10, 2010, at which time the Commission would vote to terminate the stay. Through this notice, the Commission announces changes to the stay including when the stay will lift as to certain testing and certification requirements and how the testing and certification requirements will be implemented or otherwise become effective with regard to specific products subject to the testing and certification requirements of the CPSIA.
Petition Requesting Component Part Testing for Spray Sampling, Multiple Stamping and Finished Component Part Testing
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission or CPSC) has received a petition requesting an amendment of the Commission's regulations at 16 CFR 1303 to authorize test procedures for ``spray sampling,'' ``multiple stamping'' and ``finished component testing'' and adopt an interpretative rule that clarifies that test procedures for ``spray sampling,'' ``multiple stamping,'' and ``finished component testing'' under the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA), 15 U.S.C. 2051 et seq. The Commission solicits written comments concerning the petition.
Standard for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles
The Commission is extending its comment period to receive information regarding the advance notice of proposed rulemaking concerning Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs). The Commission received two letters requesting an extension of the comment period, one from three manufacturers and distributors of Multi-Purpose Off-Highway Utility Vehicles, and the other from a trade association. The letters each requested that the comment period be extended 60 days from the date certain information was received by the companies or became publicly available. The Commission has decided to extend the comment period 75 days after the original comment period of December 28, 2009.
Establishment of a Public Consumer Product Safety Incident Database: Notice of Public Workshop
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'' or ``CPSC'') is announcing a two day staff-conducted public workshop to receive views from all interested parties on establishing a public consumer product safety incident database. The workshop, to be held on January 11 and 12, 2010 in Bethesda, Maryland, seeks input from stakeholders on five aspects of the public database: Data analysis and reporting; reports of harm; manufacturer notification and response; additional database content, and materially inaccurate information. Participation by members of the public is invited.
Identifying Labels for Drywall Under Section 14(c) of the Consumer Product Safety Act; Notice of Inquiry; Request for Comments and Information
Section 14(c) of the Consumer Product Safety Act authorizes the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'' or ``CPSC'') to require, through rulemaking, labels for a consumer product that would identify the date and place of manufacture of the product, cohort information (batch, run number, or other identifying characteristic), and the manufacturer of the product. 15 U.S.C. 2063(c). This notice requests comments and information about such a rulemaking with regard to drywall.
Excelligence Learning Corporation, d/b/a Discount School Supply, Provisional Acceptance of a Settlement Agreement and Order
It is the policy of the Commission to publish settlements which it provisionally accepts under the Consumer Product Safety Act in the Federal Register in accordance with the terms of 16 CFR 1118.20(e). Published below is a provisionally-accepted Settlement Agreement with Excelligence Learning Corporation, d/b/a/Discount School Supply, containing a civil penalty of $25,000.00.
Collection of Information; Proposed Extension of Approval; Comment Request-Follow-Up Activities for Product-Related Injuries
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA)(44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission requests comments on a proposed extension of approval of a collection of information from persons who have been involved in or have witnessed incidents associated with consumer products. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget.
Notice of Workshop on Product Testing; Correction
The Consumer Product Safety Commission published a notice in the Federal Register of November 13, 2009, announcing an upcoming workshop on product testing. The document contained an incorrect telephone number.
Notice of Workshop on Product Testing
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC, Commission, we) is announcing a two-day workshop to discuss issues relating to the testing, certification, and labeling of certain consumer products pursuant to section 14 of the Consumer Product Safety Act. We invite interested parties to participate in or attend the meeting and to submit comments. The workshop will be held in Bethesda, Maryland on December 10 through 11, 2009.
Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request-Consumer Opinion Forum
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) requests comments on a proposed extension of approval of a collection of information from persons who may voluntarily register and participate in a Consumer Opinion Forum posted on the CPSC Web site, https://www.cpsc.gov. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget.
Notice of Availability of a Statement of Policy: Testing and Certification of Lead Content in Children's Products
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) is announcing the availability of a document titled, ``Statement of Policy: Testing and Certification of Lead Content in Children's Products.'' The document provides guidance on complying with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).
Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request; Clothing Textiles, Vinyl Plastic Film
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) requests comments on a proposed request for extension of approval of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of clothing, and textiles and related materials intended for use in clothing. This collection of information is required in regulations implementing the Standard for the Flammability of Clothing Textiles (16 CFR Part 1610) and the Standard for the Flammability of Vinyl Plastic Film (16 CFR Part 1611). These regulations establish requirements for testing and recordkeeping for manufacturers and importers who furnish guaranties for products subject to the flammability standards for clothing textiles and vinyl plastic film. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Third Party Testing for Certain Children's Products; Notice of Requirements for Accreditation of Third Party Conformity Assessment Bodies to Assess Conformity with the Limits on Total Lead in Children's Products
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for Commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to the limits on total lead in children's products. The Commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to section 14(a)(3)(B)(vi) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 2063(a)(3)(B)(vi)).
Proposed Collection; Comment Request- Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act; Consumer Product Conformity Assessment Body Registration Form
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') requests comments on a proposed collection of information regarding a form that will be used to identify third party conformity assessment bodies that meet the requirements to test for compliance to specified children's product safety rules. Third party conformity assessment bodies found to meet the requirements will be listed on the CPSC Web site. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget.
Standard for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') is considering whether there may be unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs). This advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) begins a rulemaking proceeding under the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA).\1\
Establishment of a Public Consumer Product Safety Incident Database; Notice of Hearing
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) will conduct a public hearing to receive views from all interested parties on Section 212 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Establishment of a Public Consumer Product Safety Incident Database. Participation by members of the public is invited. Oral presentations concerning the Commission's implementation of Section 212 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Establishment of a Public Consumer Product Safety Incident Database, will become part of the public record.
Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act; Draft Technical Guidance on Unblockable Drains; Notice of Hearing
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) will conduct a public hearing to receive views from all interested parties about the draft guidance for industry entitled ``July 2009 Staff Draft Technical Guidance on Unblockable Drains.'' The guidance specifies requirements for a drain cover, such that, when attached to a drain, it constitutes an unblockable drain. The Commission invites public participation at the hearing. Oral presentations concerning the Unblockable Drain guidance should be limited to approximately ten minutes and will become part of the public record.
Proposed Collection; Comment Request-Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act; Compliance Form
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') requests comments on a proposed collection of information regarding a form that will be used to verify whether pools and spas are in compliance with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request-Safety Standard for Automatic Residential Garage Door Operators
Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for automatic residential garage door operators.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request-Safety Standard for Omnidirectional Citizens Band Base Station Antennas
Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for omnidirectional citizens band base station antennas.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request-Requirements for Electrically Operated Toys and Children's Articles
Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for electrically operated toys and children's articles.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request-Safety Standard for Cigarette Lighters
Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for cigarette lighters.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request-Safety Standard for Walk-Behind Power Lawn Mowers
Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for walk- behind power lawn mowers.
Maran, Inc., Provisional Acceptance of a Settlement Agreement and Order
It is the policy of the Commission to publish settlements which it provisionally accepts under the Consumer Product Safety Act in the Federal Register in accordance with the terms of 16 CFR 1118.20(e). Published below is a provisionally accepted Settlement Agreement with Maran, Inc., containing a civil penalty of $50,000.00.
K.S. Trading Corporation, Inc., Provisional Acceptance of a Settlement Agreement and Order
It is the policy of the Commission to publish settlements which it provisionally accepts under the Consumer Product Safety Act in the Federal Register in accordance with the terms of 16 CFR 1118.20(e). Published below is a provisionally-accepted Settlement Agreement with K.S. Trading Corporation, containing a civil penalty of $35,000.00.
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