SGS Summarizes New Zealands Proposed Revision to Lead Requirements for Paints and Graphic Materials

 

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 155.23 to keep stakeholders informed about New Zealand’s proposal to revise its lead requirements for paints and graphic materials.

 

The proposed changes were announced by the New Zealand Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in October 2023. If accepted, they will reduce the risks associated with lead in corrosion inhibitors and graphic materials such as crayons, finger paints and felt-tip pens. It would revise several group standards:
- Six aerosol group standards
- Six corrosion inhibitor group standards
- One graphic materials group standard
- 24 surface coatings and colorants group standards

 

SGS publishes SafeGuardS to keep interested parties informed about regulatory and market changes that may impact their business. SafeGuardS 155.23 summarizes the proposal and includes a table with highlights of the proposed changes.

 

Stakeholders should review SafeGuardS 155.23 for more details.

 

The New Zealand EPA will accept comments on the proposal until January 26, 2024.

 

SGS Hardgoods, Toys and Juvenile Products
SGS offers a comprehensive range of testing solutions to help paint manufacturers produce safe and compliant products for markets around the world. Testing solutions include determining content for heavy metals, and content and emissions for formaldehyde and VOCs. In addition, they provide performance testing services for paints and painting tools. After all, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS Hardgoods, Toys and Juvenile Products Services.

 

SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full New Zealand Consults Over Proposed Revisions to Lead Requirements for Paints and Graphic Materials SafeGuardS.

 

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Dr. HingWo Tsang
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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 sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Criminal Defence Connect Launches New Free Consultation Service for DUI Cases

Sarnia, Ontario – With Christmas and the party season just around the corner, Criminal Defense Connect has launched a timely free consultation campaign for drivers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law.

The legal team of the Criminal Defence Connect network - https://duilawyercanada.ca/dui-lawyer-sarnia/ - has announced free consultation sessions for drivers who need urgent but expert legal assistance for impaired driving and other criminal law violations. 

Their seasoned Sarnia criminal lawyers have skillfully defended clients’ rights for years and provided representation for DUI, over 80mg, impaired driving, and much more. 

Their attorneys understand the criminal justice system can be a difficult and daunting place for anyone, particularly for first-timers who have been charged with motoring offenses. 

However, it’s even more challenging if people are trying to navigate through the mess alone with no legal help in sight. That is where the Criminal Defence Connect comes into play – as they can offer legal consultation right through to showing up at court and defending their rights.

Criminal Defence Connect has quickly become the go-to solution and representation for impaired driving offences. These include representation on charges such as impaired driving, causing bodily harm and causing death, dangerous operation, and refusal of a breath sample.

“Our DUI lawyers in Sarnia are fiercely dedicated to defending clients’ rights and reputations,” said a Criminal Defence Connect spokesman. “We have established knowledge of the law necessary for each unique circumstance, thanks partly to having many years of combined experience as a group.”

While its team is knowledgeable and trustworthy, with a track record of providing effective and nuanced representation, it also offers a comprehensive range of defence services at reasonable rates. 

“We look after our customers and prioritize them because a personalized service has been a priority for our business since its inception, and it continues to be a hallmark of our practice,” he added.

Their services are high quality, comprehensive, and innovative, delivered with efficiency in mind but with commitment and tenacity to achieve a successful client outcome.

To schedule an appointment, call 866-950-2333 or click here for more information about their services.

Watson Heating and Air Solutions Ensure You Dont Become Kentucky Fried

Lexington, KY – Air conditioners play a vital role in families' desires to stay cool and comfortable during the prolonged Kentucky heat. But if one breaks down, then Watson Heating & Air is rapidly on hand to ensure they don't have to sweat on the problem.

Watson Heating & Air is a team of highly trained and knowledgeable technicians with years of experience restoring cooling systems to their optimum capacity.

Their team of specialists, who are trained and insured, offer year-round, comprehensive services from new installations to repairs and maintenance. Whether you're building a new home, renovating an existing one, or upgrading your current system, their experienced technicians are well-equipped to handle any HVAC project.

"We take clients' comfort extremely seriously and strive to provide the best possible heating and air conditioning services," said business owner Tyler Watson. Their experts' overall aim is to ensure that HVAC systems are running efficiently, effectively and safely.

Mr Watson highlighted some telltale signs of underlying AC problems for home and business owners for when an expert needs to be called in. 

Signs such as a sudden increase in energy bills, strange noises coming from the unit, or a decrease in the cooling efficiency of the system could all hint at underlying problems that may require calling in one of Watson Heating & Air's specialists.

"It is important to contact a professional HVAC technician to inspect the system and determine the cause of the problem as they won't go away on their own,' he added. 

Equally, ACs may need repairs if there is uneven cooling around the home, odd smells or sounds coming from the AC, water leaks or dirty, warm air, and debris coming out of the vents.

The company offers a 24-hour air conditioning repair service if the problems are a significant emergency. Their team is fully equipped and ready to go for any challenge.

The company offers fair and upfront pricing, ensuring exceptional repair services. He added that they don't believe in applying salesmen tactics to upsell products and never give an exaggerated assessment of the problem to charge higher fees.

Their A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau reflects what clients think about their service in diagnosing and repairing any air conditioning problems.

To schedule an appointment or review their services, call 859 681-7088 or view their website: https://www.watsonshvac.com/ac-repair-lexington-ky.

Custom Landscaping Announces New Location Same Great Services

Custom Landscaping and Lawn Care has been providing landscaping and lawn care services to New Jersey since 1982. As an industry leader, their team, services, and equipmentis amongst the best! With over 40 years in business, you can be assured that they are the most knowledgeable and one of the most experienced landscaping companies in the area. 

 

Custom Landscaping and Lawn Care Announces New Location

 

Custom Landscaping has moved from its long-time location in South River, NJ, to a new location at 1900 Englishtown Road, Monroe, NJ 08831. Monroe Township and surrounding towns are full-service towns for Custom. This move will greatly enhance Custom’s efficiency by centralizing their operations, staff, and equipment.

 

This location hosts their offices, yard (truck lot), machines, materials, and their in-house mechanic garage. Having everything in one location will save time and help keep their operations organized and efficient.

 

Landscaping Services 

 

Mowing service, sod installation, paver installation, spring & fall yard / leaf cleanups, pruning, trimming, planting, landscape design, mulching services, retaining wall installation, and sprinkler opening, closing, and repair. 

Lawn Care Services

 

Aeration and seeding, lawn care program, grub control, weed control, flea and tick control, mosquito control services, perimeter pest control, fertilization, and bed weed control.

 

Commercial Landscaping Service

 

Custom Landscaping and Lawn Care specializes in the care of commercial properties, such as homeowner’s associations, condo communities, schools, retail shopping centers and office buildings. They have a team dedicated just to their commercial landscaping services.

 

Commercial Snow Removal

 

Custom Landscaping offers customized snow and ice solutions for homeowner associations, condo communities, retail centers, schools, and office buildings. They can handle the snow removal demand of any site.

 

Custom Landscaping and Lawn Care is a true full-service company. Contact them today for your landscaping and lawn care needs and inquiries.

 

Call: 732-238-8330

Website: https://www.customlandscapingandlawncare.com/

Mobile Health Platform, DrOwl, Releases New Consumer Survey that Reveals Most Americans Haven’t Checked Medical Records for Errors

A new national consumer survey reveals nearly two-thirds of Americans have never checked their medical records for errors, even though the majority of them say it’s easy to do.

Studies estimate up to 70 percent of health records contain errors or inaccurate patient information. These errors can lead to wrong prescriptions, expensive diagnostic tests or worse - a misdiagnosis of a disease. 

The national survey was conducted by the HIPAA-compliant mobile health platform, DrOwl - a free medical platform that allows consumers to download all of their medical records into one place. 

DrOwl initiated the survey to better understand what Americans actually know about their health data and how they feel about medical jargon that is frequently used on medical records. More than two-thirds of patients said they didn’t understand what their physician after their visit. 

The online survey involved 1000 adults across the US of which 59 percent were women and 41 percent were men. 56 percent of respondents were 35 years old or older.

The CEO of DrOwl, Arvind Raichur, said this survey suggests most consumers aren’t taking their health records seriously.

“We watch our credit scores closely because we know it will impact our ability to make a large purchase. How much more valuable is your health,” said Raichur. “Mistakes happen especially in a fast-paced environment like the emergency room and our quick visits with the physician. It’s important to make sure your records are accurate and it’s very easy to do.” 

Who Owns Your Medical Records? 

Congress enacted a section of the “Cures Act” last year that gives all patients access to their digital health records for free. Up until that point, it was extremely difficult for patients to acquire or review their health records from hospitals or doctors offices.

Despite the new law, only 17 percent of those surveyed correctly answered that they own their medical records. Roughly 20 percent wrongly believed their doctor owned their medical records; 14 percent said their insurance company owned their records; and 19 percent had no idea who owned their records.

The consumer survey found 40 percent of respondents said they had reviewed their medical records. 42 percent of respondents said they didn’t know they should check their medical records, while 17 percent said they trusted their doctor to keep their records accurate. 

Patients are Confused with Medical Jargon and Physician Communication 

The survey also asked consumers if they understand the medical language or jargon that their doctor uses. 

More than half, 52 percent, answered they “somewhat understand what their doctor shares,” while 12 percent said they “rarely understand what my doctor shares” and 4 percent “never understand what their doctor shares.” As a result, 1 in 3 patients or 66 percent of respondents said they felt somewhat confused or unsure with the information their doctor shared.  

DrOwl contains a personal health search engine that helps people understand their specific conditions as well as the medications they are taking. Using AI and machine learning, the platform translates medical jargon and codes from the patient’s medical records into easy-to-understand language. 

For example, patients might be confused when they hear “Hypothyroidism” or medical code “Nos (E03.9)”, but it actually is translated into an underactive thyroid that doesn’t make enough thyroid hormones for the body. If this code appears in a patient’s medical records, DrOwl will also provide curated medical information for patients with this condition from authoritative medical sources.

“If you want to learn more about your specific condition, or better understand what your physician is writing down, DrOwl makes it easy to become more empowered with your health. There is nothing more important than that,” said Raichur.

Consumers can download DrOwl for free on iOS or Google Play.

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