Compromised Brakes Lead Thor to Recall 90 Outlaw and Avanti RVs
A number of recreational vehicles are being recalled because they could endanger anyone inside as well as other motorists on the road. The recall was announced by Thor Motor Coach and concerns two types of RVs: the Outlaw and the Avanti. The Outlaws were of model years between 2008 and 2010 and the Avanti vehicle… read more
Defective Brake Treadle Valve Prompts Blue Bird to Recall 13 Buses
Another vehicle recall has been issued because of the threat to safety that the units could pose. This latest recall was announced by the Blue Bird Body Company and concerns a certain number of their All American School Buses of the 2013 model year. Each of the buses, which were produced between this past December… read more
Report Offers Safety Tips on Riding Bicycles in Groups
With summer finally here, numerous websites are offering tips on how to stay safe when engaged in various outdoor activities. And today comes a new report talking about how to be safe while on a bike. Specifically, the safety tips are geared toward those cyclists who ride with like-minded individuals, in races and other similar… read more
405 Recliners Sold By Fingerhut Recalled for Lead Paint Hazard
A recall has been issued on yet another product that could pose a danger to consumers who come into contact with it. Recliners manufactured by the Xiamen Xinzhjheng Foam Products Company are being recalled by their importer, the Eden Prairie, Minnesota-based Bluestem Brands, and the Minneapolis, Minnesota-based Tone World International. These paisley recliners come with… read more
Salmonella Threat Leads to Recall of LEASA Living Alfalfa Sprouts
A food item is being recalled because of the threat it could pose to the safety of the consumer. The recall was announced by Leasa Industries, a company based out of Miami, Florida, and concerns their LEASA Living Alfalfa Sprouts. 433 cases in total could have been compromised by the safety issue that prompted the… read more
Austin PD Vows to Get Tough on Pedestrian Safety
One of the most important topics that law enforcement agencies stress around the country is the need for pedestrian safety. Now, one city is growing increasingly alarmed by the rise in pedestrian deaths, and they aim to do something about it. The Austin Police Department has stated their intention to crack down on those persons… read more
British Study Shows Heightened Cancer Risk Associated With Worksites
A new study is showcasing one of the many dangers that workers face at construction sites and in other occupations. The study, which was conducted by researchers from Imperial College London and which was funded by Health & Safety Executive and published in the British Journal of Cancer, determined that 5% of people who have… read more
Webasto Sun Roof Recall Expanded to Include 96 More Vehicles
A safety issue that has been shown to affect a large swath of vehicles has led to yet another recall. As with previous recalls, this one was announced by Webasto Product North America and concerns their Hollandia 600, 700, and TVS 900 sunroofs. The newest recall stemming from these defective items concerns a series of… read more
Cigar Industry Continues to Express Worries Over FDA Regulation
Cigar manufacturers and store owners continue to criticize the Food and Drug Administration’s potential efforts to regulate their business. At issue is the FDA’s stated intention to begin regulating cigars the same way they do cigarettes. The organization was given the option to exercise this ability through a law passed in 2009, and although they haven’t… read more
House Bill Gives FDA More Inspection Power, Creates New Fees
Changes are in the works over at the Food and Drug Administration. That’s because the United States House of Representatives just passed a bill on Wednesday that will provide for a number of changes that would hopefully allow the FDA to conduct their business more successfully. The bill aims to reconcile differences in two separate… read more
Update on Trader Joe’s Cranberry Apple Stuffed Chicken Recall
Recall information that made the rounds last week has been updated to reflect new facts that have come to light. The recall still concerns the same product, which is Cranberry Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast under the Trader Joe’s brand. This item was produced in one pound packaging, and each unit will contain a use by… read more
FDA Gives Implanted Blood Access Devices Less Stringent Regulation
The Food and Drug Administration has deemed certain medical devices as being safer than they previously were. The agency has just released draft guidance which concerns a type of medical product known as an implanted blood access device. Such technology usually takes the form of cannulae, catheters, and hollow needles that work by placing a… read more
