Some Citizens Demand New Warning Labels on Non-Intact Meat
Some government officials would like to see new warning labels on certain cuts of meat. At issue is the process known as mechanical tenderization. The process involves using either needles or blades to help tenderize tough cuts of certain types of meat. It works by breaking down meat’s connective tissues and muscle fibers, and in… read more
Britax Recalls Baby-Safe Infant Carriers Throughout Europe
I previously brought you news about a recall on drop side cribs, and now comes word about another recall that affects a product that children rest in. This time, the product in question is the Britax Baby-Safe infant carrier. Britax has taken pains to inform consumers that the recall does not involve their Baby-Safe Plus… read more
Michigan Mandatory Motorcycle Helmet Usage Brought to an End
A long standing rule that forced motorcycle riders in the state of Michigan to always wear a helmet when on their bikes has been brought to an end. Today, the governor of that state signed Senate Bill 291, which gives riders who are over 21 the choice of whether or not they want to wear… read more
Mediterra SA Recalls Multiple Food Items Over Allergen Risk
A number of food products are being recalled by a New York retailer that ships its items all across the country via internet sales. The company, Mediterra S.A., has produced a variety of foods that contain undeclared allergens. Depending on the product, allergic consumers could be in danger of ingesting eggs, milk, wheat or nuts. … read more
Safety Hazard Prompts Recall of Cribs Sold at JC Penney
News broke today about a recall on a crib that might be dangerous for the child within it. The recall concerns a number of Rockland Furniture drop-side cribs manufactured by Nan Far Woodworking. Specifically, the affected models are called the Cottage Standard, the Nightingale Spindle, the Renew Standard, the Renew Convertible, and a model that’s… read more
50,000 Vehicles Recalled by GM Due to Visibility Defect
The risk of a loss of visibility has caused yet another massive automobile recall that affects vehicles across the entire country. This time, the recall concerns 2011 and 2012 Chevy Traverse, Buick Enclave, and GMC Acadia vehicles. General Motors, the corporation responsible for making the vehicles, announced the recall, which affects about 50,000 automobiles in… read more
Baja Reissues Dirt Bike Recall Following More Fire Reports
Baja Motorsports is voluntarily recalling a series of dirt bikes due to fire hazards caused by a possible fuel tank leakage. The DR50 and DR70 Baja dirt bikes that this recall concerns were made in China and were sold at Pep Boys and other motorsport stores. 4,300 units fall under the purview of this recall…. read more
647,000 Dangerous Products Denied Entry Into US By CPSC
Working in conjunction with the United States Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has stopped almost 650,000 dangerous products from entering the country to be sold to consumers. This was in the first quarter of the fiscal year of 2012 alone. The first quarter goes from October 1, 2011 to December… read more
Missouri’s Big Trucks Campaign pushes for big rig safety
The Big Trucks Campaign, a public safety awareness initiative launched by the Missouri Department of Transportation, is focused on decreasing the number of big rig truck related collisions on state roadways. The campaign encourages truck drivers to maintain a safe speed and drive carefully in accordance with safety regulations regarding traffic and seat belts, and… read more
SR Suntour recalls bicycles due to accident risks
SR Suntour, with headquarters in Vancouver, Washington, and Taiwan, has announced a voluntary recall of approximately 17,000 of its GT, Giant, and Trek Bicycles equipped with SR Suntour Suspension Forks due to a potential defect in the internal tubes supporting the suspension fork. This defective construction can cause the tubes to fracture, possibly compromising the… read more
Ohio Police Say They Can Arrest Texters Without Ban
The state of Ohio might not have in place a ban on texting while driving, but that’s not stopping police officials from citing drivers who engage in such a practice. Confused? A representative from the Strongsville Police Department claims that laws on the books already make such behavior illegal, and so it’s unnecessary to have… read more
Seafood Listeria Risks Prompt FDA to Shut Down Yamaya USA
Another company is having its production shut down due to widespread safety issues that contributed to the contamination of their products. This time, the firm in question is Yamaya USA, a Torrance-based importer and producer of a variety of fish items. That company has entered into what’s known as a consent decree with the Food… read more
