Tracking and tracing data accurately throughout the supply chain can help manufacturers and consumers understand the sustainability of products and processes. The chemical process industries (CPI) are under increasing global pressure to operate sustainably at every level of the supply chain, from upstream petrochemical producers to downstream industrial and domestic chemical manufacturers. Customers, regulators, employees,…
The Regulation on Medical Laboratories, published by the Ministry of Health in the Official Gazette dated June 4, 2024, and numbered 32566, sets new procedures and principles for the regulation of medical laboratory services. Purpose and Scope of the Regulation: The regulation aims to establish procedures and principles for the planning, opening, classification, supervision, and…
PPE is still failing to meet the most basic legal safety and regulation criteria after a study showed 79% of items spot-checked did not meet standards. BSIF CEO Alan Murray said an investigation found just 21% of the 123 items spot-sourced between December 2022 and December 2023 passed – and others could be putting lives…
We are delighted to announce that USB Pakistan has received registered from the Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA)! Halal certification ensures that products like food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical items etc, are made in accordance with Islamic Laws. It confirms that the products contain no prohibited ingredients and have not been contaminated by any impure substances or…
The Pilot Version 1.0 of the Unified Standard, which seeks to integrate the Climate+ Strategy into Textile Exchange’s standards, streamline a more cohesive system across all standards, and enhance consumer-facing communication, is scheduled for launch on June 11, 2024, from 14:00 to 15:00 (UTC). Since its inception in 2021, the development journey towards the unified…
SafetyGate In May, the EU’s rapid alert system for non-food hazardous products was ordered to recall some products from the market due to safety issues identified in various personal protective equipment (PPE) products. Here are the products subject to the recall and the risks involved: EUROPE Product category Risk type Risk description Legal provisions (at…
The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) market is valued at USD 58.64 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 109.64 billion by 2032. This growth is driven by improving occupational safety regulations and increasing infrastructure investments in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East and Africa regions. While there are some barriers, such as raw material…
From November 1, 2024, any industrial facilities that scour and/or dehair ‘SFA-Certified’ cashmere and aim to achieve or maintain certification under the SFA Chain of Custody Standard must also be certified against the SFA Clean Fibre Processing Standard. The Clean Fibre Processing Standard sets out guidelines for ‘first stage’ processing plants involved in washing (scouring)…
At the end of May, the European Union (EU) Council approved three significant pieces of legislation, making a substantial step towards sustainability and green transition goals. These approved regulations aim to support the EU’s eco-friendly policies and economic growth strategies. Net Zero Industry Act On May 27, the Council gave its final approval to the…
Emre METİN STRATEGY AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR The Role of Conformity Assessment in Enhancing Occupational Health and Safety through Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from the Perspective of the European Union Introduction Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is crucial for the safety and health of workers in various and often hazardous environments of modern workplaces. From heavy…
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