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SimplyCast Partners with TIANB to Provide Contact Tracing Solution

SimplyCast has partnered with the Tourism Industry Association of New Brunswick to provide a contact tracing solution.

The contact tracing solution will be provided for free to all TIANB members.

SimplyCast is proud to be able to support TIANB with their contact tracing efforts by providing a simple and secure solution

Silicon Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, June 15, 2021 — SimplyCast, an ISO 27001, 27017, and 27018-certified leader in engagement automation for organizations in over 175 countries, is proud to announce that it is partnering with the Tourism Industry Association of New Brunswick (TIANB) to provide a safe, hands-free, and automated check-in and contact tracing solution to its members using QR code functionality.

SimplyCast is providing members of TIANB with free access to the contact tracing application as a way to give back to the community and assist in the fight against COVID-19. Upon signing up, TIANB members will be provided with a pre-built form and associated QR code that can be used to collect contact tracing information from their visitors.

“SimplyCast has created an easy-to-use piece of technology that can help organizations and associations like TIANB combat the spread of COVID-19 and keep their members and visitors safe,” said President and CEO of SimplyCast, Saeed El-Darahali. “We are excited and grateful to have this opportunity to share this app with TIANB members free of charge.”

“TIANB has been piloting the full contact tracing solution that includes SMS as well as a QR Code since March at four locations in Fredericton,” said Carol Alderdice, President and CEO of TIANB. “We know that it works and the QR code solution will provide the information required by the Department of Health at a moment’s notice.”

SimplyCast knows that privacy is an important consideration for everyone using a contact tracing solution, which is why SimplyCast uses military-grade message encryption and rigorous access control permissions within the solution to ensure only authorized users have access to collected contact data.

About SimplyCast

SimplyCast is an ISO 27001, 27017, and 27018-certified, leading provider of engagement software for organizations worldwide. Providing both emergency and non-emergency communication technology, SimplyCast offers 20+ communication tools and channels to help organizations maximize their efficiency. The company's 360 engagement platform is a feature-rich solution combining marketing automation, inbound marketing, and interactive communication. With customers in over 175 countries, including many of the most recognized brand names around the globe in retail, non-profit and hospitality industries, SimplyCast provides organizations the ability to effectively reach customers on their preferred mode of communication.

About TIANB

The Tourism Industry Association of New Brunswick (TIANB) is the leading advocate for tourism issues in the province of New Brunswick. As a representative and industry driven organization, the Association provides leadership and direction, working with partners and stakeholders at the Provincial, Atlantic and National levels to ensure the continued success of a competitive, progressive and sustainable business environment, fostering health and sustained growth to the New Brunswick tourism industry.

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CLP Regulation Amended in Europe

The European Union (EU) has revised Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 on Classification, Labeling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures (CLP Regulation).

The changes brought in by the amendment, published in Regulation (EU) 2021/849 as an adaptation to technical and scientific progress (ATP) makes changes to Table 3, Part 3 in Annex XVI of the CLP Regulation – ‘List of Harmonized Classification and Labeling Hazardous Substances’.

These include:

Adding 22 new entries, including citric acid
Replacing 41 entries, including:
- Specific concentration limit (SCL) for boric acid and diboron trioxide
- Creating one group with a single SCL for:
  - Tetraboron disodium heptaoxide, hydrate
  - Disodium tetraborate, anhydrous
  - Orthoboric acid, sodium salt
  - Disodium tetraborate decahydrate
  - Disodium tetraborate pentahydrate
Deleting Index No. 015-192-0001 on tetrakis(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-m-phenylene biphosphate

The latest ATP will come into force on June 17, 2021. It will be applied from December 17, 2022. Stakeholders should be aware that substances and mixtures can be classified, labeled and packaged in accordance with this amendment from June 17, 2021.

SGS CLP Services

Throughout our global network of laboratories, we are able to provide a range of services, including analytical testing and consultancy for restricted substances, safety data sheets (SDSs), as well as chemical safety assessments (CSAs) for the EU and international markets. Our environmental product safety services can assist with aspect of the EU classification, labeling and packaging (CLP) regulation. Learn more about SGS’s CLP Services:

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full EU Amends CLP Regulation on Substances and Mixtures SafeGuardS.

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For further information contact:

Dr HingWo Tsang

Global Information and Innovation Manager

Tel: (+852) 2774 7420

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About SGS

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 89,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Post Covid vigilance is important to secure your long term health and safety

Many people have completed their treatment for Covid, but there is a silent battle for recovery going on in each home. Post-Covid symptoms may manifest as mental fatigue or prolonged weakness. Recent reports suggest that there can be late and long-term damage to the heart, lungs and kidneys; and this can make life very difficult.

"All this can be prevented if the treated patients monitor themselves for 3 months with the help of a health care team'' says Dr.R.Jayaprakash, Medical Director of SafeGuard Family Health,an organization specializing in periodic at-home health care. Chennai based SafeGuard also runs a Post-Covid Care Program at the comfort of the home to help monitor the patient's health and early diagnose any damage to organs due to Covid.

Although most people with COVID-19 get better within weeks of illness, we have seen many patients returning to hospital with post-covid complications even 6 to 8 weeks after Covid treatment, says the doctor, emphasizing the importance of post-covid care as the key to long term health.

EU Releases New Standard for Enhanced Visibility Clothing

The European Union (EU) has published a new standard for protective clothing designed to give the wearers enhanced visibility in medium risk situations.

The new standard – EN 17353:2020 – Protective clothing – Enhanced visibility equipment for medium risk situations – Test methods and requirements – replaces two standards:

EN 1150:1999 – Protective clothing – Visibility clothing for non-professional use – Test methods and requirements
EN 13356:2001 – Visibility accessories for non-professional use – Test methods and requirements

EN 17353:2020 contains elements from both standards.

The principal difference is that products within the scope of the standard are no longer considered from the aspect of use. Instead, the standard considers their suitability in terms of providing protection in medium risk situations.

Examples of medium risk situations include:

Working with slow-moving vehicles
Jogging/cycling on roads with lower traffic speeds

The standard applies to all visibility clothing and devices worn in these situations.

The standard includes:

Minimum amounts of materials required to enhance visibility
Design requirements for products based on foreseeable conditions of use, per product type:
- Type A – where risk of not being seen only exists in daylight conditions; uses only fluorescent materials
- Type B – where risk of not being seen only exist in dark conditions; uses only retroreflective materials:
- Type AB – where risk of not being seen exists in daylight, twilight and dark conditions; uses fluorescent and retroreflective materials or combined performance materials

The standard does not apply to:

High visibility equipment in high-risk situations (covered in EN ISO 20471)
Visibility equipment specifically intended for the head, hands and feet
Equipment integrating active lighting, e.g., LEDs
Visibility for low-risk situations

Products covered under the scope of EN 17353:2020 are considered as Category II Personal Protective Equipment according to (EU) 2016/425 and therefore must carry the CE Mark. This requires an EU Notified Body to undertake CE compliance assessment.

SGS Softlines Services

SGS has a worldwide network of over 40 state-of-the-art laboratories, including 10 in China, specializing in testing of apparel, footwear, and home textiles. Their committed team is drawn from multi-disciplinary backgrounds, allowing them to carry out a comprehensive range of physical, chemical, and functional testing services for components, materials and finished products. SGS helps companies ensure quality, performance, and compliance with international, industrial, and regulatory standards worldwide. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS’s Softlines Services.

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full EN 17353:2020 Released for Protective Clothing – Enhanced Visibility Equipment for Medium Risk Situations SafeGuardS.

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For further information contact:

Louann Spirito

Consumer and Retail - Softlines

US & Canada Softlines Business Head

Tel: +1 973 461 7919

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Website: www.sgs.com/softlines

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Innovative Discovery Launches Web Series Afternoon Tea with ID

Arlington, VA, June 9, 2021 -- Innovative Discovery (ID), data experts serving law firms, corporations, and government agencies through the information lifecycle, is proud to announce the launch of a new web series, “Afternoon Tea with ID.” This series will feature ID clients and friends from all walks of life and different industry experience sharing an anecdote, life lesson, or piece of advice in five minutes or less.

“Afternoon Tea with ID”, hosted by Senior Director Amy Edwards, is intended to provide a brief “tea break” in viewer’s busy workdays and connect briefly with our peers – without the industry jargon or business speak.

“We are thrilled to have joyful conversations with the talented and esteemed people we often rub elbows with but often forget to slow down and really talk with,” said Kim Taylor, CEO of Innovative Discovery. “We are even more excited to be able to share these brief chats and lessons learned.”

A new episode will release on Innovative Discovery’s LinkedIn page every Thursday. Follow ID on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/innovative-discovery

You can catch all the episodes on ID’s website here: https://www.id-edd.com/afternoontea/

About Innovative Discovery:
Innovative Discovery partners with law firms, corporations, and government agencies to provide service, guidance, and consultation throughout the information lifecycle. Our team of experienced data experts work closely with clients to develop tailored workflows to manage data and mitigate risk effectively and efficiently. Should litigation arise, ID offers the tools, services, and know-how to help you win your case.

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