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Information on the exemption process to allow the use in cosmetic products of substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic and toxic for reproduction.
OPSS is leading a fresh campaign to raise awareness about potential hazards to adults and children associated with toys and electrical products.
Guide for businesses on best practice when using non-disclosure clauses in compensation settlement agreements where product safety is a factor.
OPSS has produced assets featuring advice on charging electric vehicles such as e-bikes and e-scooters.
OPSS is leading a fresh campaign to raise awareness among parents and carers about potential hazards to children associated with swallowing small magnets, button batteries, loose/small toy parts and imitation food.
This guidance is for UK Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) who are intending to subcontract tasks such as testing, certification or inspection.
Guidance for local authorities with an accompanying literature review.
Legacy resources to support consumer appliance registration awareness produced for a product safety campaign during 2021.
Legacy resources to support magnets safety and raise awareness produced for a product safety campaign during 2021.
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