Join us for an informative session on consumer product safety, presented by Health Canada's Consumer Product Safety Officers. This session will provide essential information about ensuring the safety of consumer products in the marketplace.
Topics covered include:
Who We Are and What We Do: Overview of Consumer Product Safety Officers, National Office, and collaboration with partners and stakeholders.
Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA): Key points and legislative framework.
Product Coverage: Understanding regulated, unregulated, and prohibited products under the CCPSA.
Types of Hazards: Identifying mechanical, chemical, flammable, and biological hazards.
Regulated Product Requirements: Legislated requirements for regulated products.
Unregulated Products of Concern: Issues related to products used by or for children.
Safety Issues: Common safety concerns with consumer products and cosmetics.
Mandatory Incident Reporting: Definitions, incident reporting, and record-keeping requirements.
Sampling and Testing: The process of product sampling and testing.
Corrective Measures: Procedures for stopping distribution, sales, and product recalls.
Health Canada Resources: Navigating the Health Canada website and accessing available information.