The Federal Register

Sunshine Act Meetings

Fri, Nov 20 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Notice of Workshop on Product Testing; Correction

Thu, Nov 19 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission published a notice in the Federal Register of November 13, 2009, announcing an upcoming workshop on product testing. The document contained an incorrect telephone number.

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Consumer Opinion Forum

Fri, Nov 13 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) requests comments on a proposed extension of approval of a collection of information from persons who may voluntarily register and participate in a Consumer Opinion Forum posted on the CPSC Web site, http://www.cpsc.gov. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget.

Notice of Workshop on Product Testing

Fri, Nov 13 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC, Commission, we) is announcing a twoday workshop to discuss issues relating to the testing, certification, and labeling of certain consumer products pursuant to section 14 of the Consumer Product Safety Act. We invite interested parties to participate in or attend the meeting and to submit comments. The workshop will be held in Bethesda, Maryland on December 10 through 11, 2009.

Sunshine Act Meeting Notice

Mon, Nov 9 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 2 p.m.
Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the Public.
Matter To Be Considered:

Compliance Weekly ReportCommission Briefing

The staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.
Contact Person for More Information: Todd A. Stevenson, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 5047923.

Dated: October 30, 2009.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
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Sunshine Act Meetings

Mon, Nov 9 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Sunshine Act Meeting Notice

Mon, Nov 9 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Monday, November 9, 2009, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Commission Briefing/MeetingOpen to the Public.
Matter To Be Considered:

1. Guidance Document on Testing and Certification

A live webcast of the Briefing/Meeting can be viewed at http:// www.cpsc.gov/webcast/index.html.

Dated: October 30, 2009.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
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Sunshine Act Meeting

Mon, Nov 9 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Federal Register Citation of Previous Announcement: Vol. 74, No. 199/ Friday, October 16, 2009, page 53219.
Previously Announced Time and Date of Meeting: 9 a.m.11 a.m., Wednesday, October 21, 2009.
Changes in Meeting: Agenda Items on Electronic Devices and Brass Lead Exclusions Petition were cancelled; Brass Lead Exclusions Petition is postponed to November 4, 2009.

The Commission voted unanimously (50) to changes of meeting.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.
Contact Person for Additional Information: Todd A. Stevenson, Office of the Secretary, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 504 7923.

Dated: October 27, 2009.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
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Sunshine Act Meetings

Fri, Oct 30 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 9 a.m.12 noon.
Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Commission MeetingOpen to the Public.
Matters to be Considered: Pending Decisional Matter: Brass Lead Exclusion Petition.
(Immediately following the decision, the Public Hearing on Unblockable Drains will begin.)

A live webcast of the Meeting can be viewed at http://www.cpsc.gov/ webcast/index.html.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.

Sunshine Act Meetings

Fri, Oct 30 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 2 p.m.
Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the public.
Matter To Be Considered:

Compliance Weekly ReportCommission Briefing

The staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request; Clothing Textiles, Vinyl Plastic Film

Thu, Oct 29 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) requests comments on a proposed request for extension of approval of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of clothing, and textiles and related materials intended for use in clothing. This collection of information is required in regulations implementing the Standard for the Flammability of Clothing Textiles (16 CFR Part 1610) and the Standard for the Flammability of Vinyl Plastic Film (16 CFR Part 1611). These regulations establish requirements for testing and recordkeeping for manufacturers and importers who furnish guaranties for products subject to the flammability standards for clothing textiles and vinyl plastic film. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Notice of Availability of a Statement of Policy: Testing and Certification of Lead Content in Children's Products

Thu, Oct 29 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) is announcing the availability of a document titled, ``Statement of Policy: Testing and Certification of Lead Content in Children's Products.'' The document provides guidance on complying with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).

Third Party Testing for Certain Children's Products; Notice of Requirements for Accreditation of Third Party

Thu, Oct 29 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'')
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is issuing a notice of requirements that provides the criteria and process for Commission acceptance of accreditation of third party conformity assessment bodies for testing pursuant to the limits on total lead in children's products. The Commission is issuing this notice of requirements pursuant to section 14(a)(3)(B)(vi) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 2063(a)(3)(B)(vi)).

Proposed Collection; Comment Request--Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act; Consumer Product Conformity Assessment

Thu, Oct 29 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') requests comments on a proposed collection of information regarding a form that will be used to identify third party conformity assessment bodies that meet the requirements to test for compliance to specified children's product safety rules. Third party conformity assessment bodies found to meet the requirements will be listed on the CPSC Web site. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget.

Standard for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles

Wed, Oct 28 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') is considering whether there may be unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with Recreational OffHighway Vehicles (ROVs). This advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) begins a rulemaking proceeding under the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA).\1\
\1\ The Commission voted 40 to publish this ANPR in the Federal Register. Chairman Inez M. Tenenbaum and Commissioners Robert Adler, Thomas Moore, and Nancy Nord voted to publish the ANPR. Commissioner Anne Northup abstained from voting. Chairman Tenenbaum issued a statement, which can be found at http://www.cpsc.gov/pr/ tenenbaum10212009.pdf.

Sunshine Act Meetings

Fri, Oct 16 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 11 a.m.12 noon. Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the Public.
Matter to be Considered:

Compliance Weekly ReportCommission Briefing

The staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

Dated: October 9, 2009.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
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Sunshine Act Meetings

Fri, Oct 16 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 9 a.m.11 a.m. (Morning sessions may carry over into the afternoon).
Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Commission Briefing/MeetingOpen to the Public.
Matters to be Considered:

1. Pending Decisional Matters:
(a) Lab Accreditation Requirements for Lead
(b) Brass Lead Exclusions Petition
(c) Lead Determination Guidance
(d) Recreational OffHighway Vehicles (ROHVS) ANPR

2. Electronic DevicesFinal Rule

A live Webcast of the Briefing can be viewed at http:// www.cpsc.gov/webcast/index.html.

Sunshine Act Meetings

Tue, Oct 13 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 9 a.m.5 p.m. (Items 14, 9 a.m.12 noon; Item 5, 2 p.m.5 p.m.
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Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Commission Briefing/MeetingOpen to the Public.
Matters To Be Considered

1. Lab Accreditation Requirements for Lead.

2. Brass Lead Exclusions Petition.

3. Lead Determination Guidance.

4. Recreational Off Highway Vehicles (ROHVS) ANPR.

5. Toy Safety Certification Program, Toy Industry Association (TIA), Consumers Union (CU) and Consumer Federation of America (CFA). (This meeting was requested by the participants. For the convenience of all of the Commissioners, the meetings are being consolidated into one public meeting.)

A live webcast of the Briefing can be viewed at http:// www.cpsc.gov/webcast/index.html.

For a recorded mess

Sunshine Act Meetings

Tue, Oct 13 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Sunshine Act Meetings

Wed, Sep 30 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2009, 2 p.m.
Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the Public.
Matter To Be Considered:

Compliance Weekly ReportCommission Briefing

The staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.
Contact Person For More Information: Todd A. Stevenson, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 5047923.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
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Sunshine Act Meetings

Wed, Sep 30 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2009, 9 a.m.12 noon.
Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Open to the Public.
Matters To Be Considered: 1. GAO Presentation on Their Report, Better Information and Planning Would Strengthen CPSC 's Oversight of Imported Products.

2. CPSC Staff Presentation on Actions Being Taken to Implement the Recommendations in the GAO Report.

3. CPSA 15jStatus of Substantial Hazard Listing on Drawstrings and Hair Dryers.

4. Status Product Registration Cards.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.
Contact Person For More Information: Todd A. Stevenson, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, (301) 5047923.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. E923466 Filed 92909; 8:45 am]
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Sunshine Act Meetings

Wed, Sep 30 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 2 p.m.
Place: Room 714, Bethesda Towers, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the Public.
Matter To Be Considered: Compliance Weekly ReportCommission Briefing; the staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

Dated: September 23, 2009.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
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Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Safety Standard for Cigarette Lighters

Mon, Sep 21 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of
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approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for cigarette lighters.

Proposed Collection; Comment Request--Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act; Compliance Form

Mon, Sep 21 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') requests comments on a proposed collection of information regarding a form that will be used to verify whether pools and spas are in compliance with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Requirements for Electrically Operated Toys and Children's Articles

Mon, Sep 21 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information
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associated with the Commission's safety standard for electrically operated toys and children's articles.

Sunshine Act Meetings

Mon, Sep 21 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 1 p.m.
Place: Room 714, Bethesda Towers, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland 20814.
Status: Closed to the Public.
Matter to be Considered:

Internal Procedures

The Commission will discuss matters relating to internal procedures for Commission decisionmaking.

Dated: September 15, 2009.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Safety Standard for Omnidirectional Citizens Band Base Station Antennas

Mon, Sep 21 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for omnidirectional citizens band base station antennas.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Safety Standard for Walk-Behind Power Lawn Mowers

Mon, Sep 21 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for walk behind power lawn mowers.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Safety Standard for Automatic Residential Garage Door Operators

Mon, Sep 21 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of a collection of information associated with the Commission's safety standard for automatic residential garage door operators.

Time and Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 2 p.m.

Thu, Sep 17 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the Public.
Matter To Be Considered: Compliance Weekly ReportCommission Briefing

The staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

Dated: September 11, 2009.
Todd A. Stevenson,
Secretary.
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Time and Date: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 2 p.m.

Thu, Sep 17 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Place: Hearing Room 420, Bethesda Towers, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the public.
Matter to be Considered: Compliance Status Report (Monthly)Commission Briefing.

The staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.

Revocation of Regulation Banning Certain Baby-Walkers, Walker- Jumpers, and Similar Products

Thu, Sep 3 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') is proposing to revoke certain regulations pertaining to babybouncers, walkerjumpers, babywalkers, and similar products. CPSC is taking this action because the regulations, which originally were issued in 1971, are outdated and do not provide the degree of safety that is provided by currently manufactured babywalkers that comply with a more effective voluntary standard. This action also will eliminate confusion about whether manufacturers should certify that their products comply with these regulations or with a new mandatory safety standard for babywalkers proposed elsewhere in this issue of the Federal Register.

Safety Standard for Infant Bath Seats

Thu, Sep 3 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Section 104(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'') requires the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. These standards are to be ``substantially the same as'' applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the Commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. The Commission is proposing a safety standard for infant bath seats in response to the direction under section 104(b) of the CPSIA.

Safety Standard for Infant Walkers

Thu, Sep 3 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Section 104(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'') requires the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. These standards are to be ``substantially the same as'' applicable voluntary standards or more stringent than the voluntary standard if the Commission concludes that more stringent requirements would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product. The Commission is proposing a safety standard for infant walkers in response to the direction under section 104(b) of the CPSIA.

Infant Bath Seats: Termination of Rulemaking

Thu, Sep 3 2009 11:00:00 GMT

In the Federal Register of December 29, 2003 (68 FR 74878), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') published a notice of proposed rulemaking under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (``FHSA'') to reduce the unreasonable risk of injury associated with bath seats. On August 14, 2008, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'') was enacted. Section 104(b) of the CPSIA requires the Commission to promulgate consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products, which are to be ``substantially the same as'' applicable voluntary standards (or more stringent requirements if they would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product). Elsewhere in this issue of the Federal Register, the Commission is proposing a safety standard for infant bath seats in response to section 104(b) of the CPSIA. The rulemaking initiated under the FHSA is superseded by section 104(b) of the CPSIA. Accordingly, the Commission has terminated the infant ba

Civil Penalty Factors; Withdrawal of Proposed Rule

Tue, Sep 1 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Correction

In proposed rule document E920590 beginning on page 43085 in the issue of Wednesday, August 26, 2009 make the following correction:

On page 43085, in the first column, the last paragraph should read ``In a forthcoming issue of the Federal Register, the Commission is issuing a new interim final rule to interpret the penalty factors pursuant to section 217 of the CPSIA.''
[FR Doc. Z920590 Filed 83109; 8:45 am]
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Civil Penalty Factors

Tue, Sep 1 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA''), requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') to issue a final rule providing its interpretation of the civil penalty factors found in the Consumer Product Safety Act (``CPSA''), the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (``FHSA''), and the Flammable Fabrics Act (``FFA''), as amended by section 217 of the CPSIA. These statutory provisions require the Commission to consider certain factors in determining the amount of any civil penalty. The Commission is issuing its interpretation of the statutory factors.

Children's Products Containing Lead; Determinations Regarding Lead Content Limits on Certain Materials or Products;

Wed, Aug 26 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) is issuing a final rule on determinations that certain materials do not exceed the lead content limits specified under section 101(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA).

Civil Penalty Factors; Withdrawal of Proposed Rule

Wed, Aug 26 2009 11:00:00 GMT

In the Federal Register of July 12, 2006, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') issued a proposed rule that would identify and explain related factors, other than those specified by statute, which the Commission may consider in evaluating the appropriateness and amount of a civil penalty under the Consumer Product Safety Act (``CPSA''). The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA''), Public Law 110314, 122 Stat. 3016, supersedes the proposed rule by amending the CPSA, the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (``FHSA''), and the Flammable Fabrics Act (``FFA'') to require the Commission to consider additional factors and to issue a rule providing its interpretation of all statutory factors pertaining to civil penalties. Consequently, the Commission is withdrawing the July 12, 2006 proposed rule.

Audit Requirements for Third Party Conformity Assessment Bodies

Thu, Aug 13 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') is proposing to issue regulations establishing requirements for the periodic audit of third party conformity assessment bodies as a condition for their continuing accreditation. The proposed rule would implement section 14(d) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (``CPSA''), as amended by section 102(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'').

Sunshine Act Meetings

Wed, Jul 22 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Time and Date: Thursday, July 23, 2009, 2 p.m.
Place: Room 410, Bethesda Towers, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, Maryland.
Status: Closed to the public.
Matter to be Considered:

Compliance Status Report

The staff will brief the Commission on various compliance matters.

For a recorded message containing the latest agenda information, call (301) 5047948.

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request-Safety Standard for Walk-Behind Power Lawn

Mon, Jul 13 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) requests comments on a proposed request for an extension of approval of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of walk behind power lawn mowers. This collection of information consists of testing and recordkeeping requirements in certification regulations implementing the Safety Standard for WalkBehind Power Lawn Mowers (16 CFR Part 1205). The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Safety Standard for Cigarette Lighters

Wed, Jul 8 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) requests comments on a proposed request for an extension of approval of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of disposable and novelty cigarette lighters. This collection of information consists of testing and recordkeeping requirements in certification regulations implementing the Safety Standard for Cigarette Lighters (16 CFR Part 1210). The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Safety Standard for Automatic Residential

Wed, Jul 8 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) requests comments on a proposed request for extension of approval of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of residential garage door operators. The collection of information consists of testing and recordkeeping requirements in certification regulations implementing the Safety Standard for Automatic Residential Garage Door Operators (16 CFR Part 1211). The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting approval of this extension of a collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Omnidirectional Citizens Band Base Station

Wed, Jul 8 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission requests comments on a proposed extension of approval of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of citizens band base station antennas. The collection of information is in regulations implementing the Safety Standard for Omnidirectional Citizens Band Base Station Antennas (16 CFR Part 1204). These regulations establish testing and recordkeeping requirements for manufacturers and importers of antennas subject to the standard. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Electrically Operated Toys and Children's

Wed, Jul 8 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) requests comments on a proposed extension of approval of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of certain electrically operated toys and children's articles. The collection of information consists of testing and recordkeeping requirements in regulations entitled ``Requirements for Electrically Operated Toys or Other Electrically Operated Articles Intended for Use by Children,'' codified at 16 CFR Part 1505.

The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of this collection of information from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Notice of Stay of Enforcement Pertaining to Bicycles and Related Products

Tue, Jun 30 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') is announcing its decision to stay enforcement of section 101 (a) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'') with regard to certain parts of bicycles, jogger strollers, and bicycle trailers designed or intended primarily for children 12 years of age or younger. The Commission is staying enforcement of the specified lead level as it pertains to certain parts of these products, specifically components made with metal alloys, including steel containing up to 0.35 percent lead, aluminum with up to 0.4 percent lead, and copper with up to 4.0 percent lead.

Requirements for Consumer Registration of Durable Infant or Toddler Products

Mon, Jun 29 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Section 104(d) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA'') requires the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') to promulgate a final consumer product safety rule requiring each manufacturer of a durable infant or toddler product to: Provide with each product a postagepaid consumer registration form; keep records of consumers who register such products with the manufacturer; and permanently place the manufacturer name and contact information, model name and number, and the date of manufacture on each such product. The Commission is proposing requirements that would fulfill this statutory direction.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Testing and Recordkeeping Requirements Under the Standard for the

Thu, Jun 25 2009 11:00:00 GMT

In the Federal Register of April 16, 2009 (74 FR 17636), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) published a notice in accordance with provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), to announce the CPSC's intention to seek extension of approval of collections of information in the in the Standard for the Flammability (Open Flame) of Mattress Sets, 16 CFR part 1633. The standard prescribes a test to minimize or delay flashover when a mattress is ignited. The standard also requires manufacturers to test specimens of each of their mattress prototypes before mattresses based on that prototype may be introduced into commerce.

No comments were received in response to that notice. Therefore, by publication of this notice, the Commission announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget a request for extension of approval of those collections of information without change.
Additional Information About the Request for Reinstatement

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Flammability Standards for Carpets and Rugs

Thu, Jun 25 2009 11:00:00 GMT

In the Federal Register of April 16, 2009 (74 FR 17637), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) published a notice in accordance with provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), to announce the CPSC's intention to seek extension of approval of collections of information in regulations implementing two flammability standards for carpets and rugs. The regulations are codified at 16 CFR Parts 1630 and 1631, and prescribe requirements for testing and recordkeeping by persons and firms issuing guaranties of products subject to the Standard for the Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs and the Standard for the Surface Flammability of Small Carpets and Rugs.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Requirements for Baby-Bouncers, Walker-Jumpers, and Baby-Walkers

Thu, Jun 25 2009 11:00:00 GMT

In the Federal Register of April 16, 2009 (74 FR 17638), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) published a notice in accordance with provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35) to announce the CPSC's intention to seek extension of approval of the collection of information in the requirements for babybouncers, walkerjumpers, and babywalkers in regulations codified at 16 CFR 1500.18(a)(6) and 1500.86(a)(4).

No comments were received in response to that notice. Therefore, by publication of this notice, the Commission announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of that collection of information without change.

One CPSC regulation bans any product known as a babybouncer, walkerjumper, babywalker or similar article if it is designed in such a way that exposed parts present hazards of amputations, crushing, lacerations, fractures, hematomas, bruises or other injuries to childr

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request--Flammability Standards for Children's Sleepwear

Thu, Jun 25 2009 11:00:00 GMT

In the Federal Register of April 16, 2009, 74 FR 17636, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) published a notice in accordance with provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35) to announce the CPSC's intention to seek extension of approval of collections of information in the flammability standards for children's sleepwear and implementing regulations.

No comments were received in response to that notice. Therefore, by publication of this notice, the Commission announces that it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of that collection of information without change.

The standards and regulations are codified as the Standard for the Flammability of Children's Sleepwear: Sizes 0 Through 6X (FF371), 16 CFR Part 1615; and the Standard for the Flammability of Children's Sleepwear: Sizes 7 Through 14 (FF574), 16 CFR Part 1616. The flammability standards and implementing regulations prescrib

AGENCY: Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Tue, Jun 9 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission or CPSC) is issuing a final rule to supplement the current definition of ``blasting cap'' in its regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. The final rule simply uses the term ``detonator'' in addition to the term ``blasting cap'' to reflect the current usage of those terms in the explosives industry.

Agency Emergency Processing Under Office of Management and Budget Review; Chronic Hazard Advisory Panel Questionnaire

Wed, May 27 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission or CPSC) is announcing that a collection of information has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for emergency processing under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed collection of information concerns a questionnaire to panel candidates for selection to a Chronic Hazard Advisory Panel (CHAP) to study the effects of phthalates and phthalate alternatives on children's health.

Notice of Stay of Enforcement Pertaining to Youth Motorized Recreational Vehicles

Tue, May 12 2009 11:00:00 GMT

This notice announces the decision of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') to stay enforcement of section 101(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA''), Public Law 110314 with regard to certain parts and youth motorized vehicles that contain those parts. Specifically, the Commission is staying enforcement of the specified lead level as it pertains to certain parts of youth allterrain vehicles, youth offroad motorcycles and youth snowmobiles (``Youth Motorized Recreational Vehicles'' or ``Vehicles''), specifically battery terminals containing up to 100 percent lead, and components made with metal alloys, including steel containing up to 0.35 percent lead, aluminum with up to 0.4 percent lead, and copper with up to 4.0 percent lead, and the vehicles that contain them.

This stay will remain in effect until May 1, 2011, unless prior to that time the Commission, based upon evidence submitted to it, decides to continue the stay for an add

Agency Information Collection Activities; Announcement of Office of Management and Budget Approval; Children's

Thu, Apr 16 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) is announcing that a collection of information entitled Children's Products Containing Lead; Procedures and Requirements for Commission Determination or Exclusion has been approved by the Office of Management and budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. [[Page 17640]]

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Testing and Recordkeeping Requirements for

Thu, Apr 16 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) requests comments on a proposed extension of approval, for a period of three years from the date of approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), of information collection requirements for manufacturers and importers of carpets and rugs. The collection of information is in regulations implementing the Standard for the Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs (16 CFR Part 1630) and the Standard for the Surface Flammability of Small Carpets and Rugs (16 CFR Part 1631). These regulations establish requirements for testing and recordkeeping for manufacturers and importers who furnish guaranties for
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products subject to the carpet flammability standards. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from the OMB.

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Children's Sleepwear

Thu, Apr 16 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) requests comments on a proposed extension of approval, for a period of three years from the date of approval by
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the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), of a collection of information from manufacturers and importers of children's sleepwear. This collection of information is in the Standard for the Flammability of Children's Sleepwear: Sizes 0 through 6X and the Standard for the Flammability of Children's Sleepwear: Sizes 7 through 14 and regulations implementing those standards. See 16 CFR Parts 1615 and 1616. The children's sleepwear standards and implementing regulations establish requirements for testing and recordkeeping by manufacturers and importers of children's sleepwear.

The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of approval of this collection of information from OMB.

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Testing and Recordkeeping Requirements

Thu, Apr 16 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) requests comments on a proposed three year extension of approval of information collection requirements in the Standard for the FlammabilityOpen Flameof Mattresses Set (Open Flame standard), 16 CFR part 1633. The Commission has a separate flammability standard that addresses cigarette ignition of mattresses, 16 CFR part 1632. The Open Flame standard is intended to reduce unreasonable risks of burn injuries and deaths from fires associated with mattresses, particularly those initially ignited by open flame sources such as lighters, candles, and matches. The Open Flame standard prescribes a test to minimize or delay flashover when a mattress is ignited. The standard requires manufacturers to test specimens of each of their mattress prototypes before mattresses based on that prototype may be introduced into commerce. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) previously ap

Proposed Extension of Approval of Information Collection; Comment Request--Baby Bouncers, Walker-Jumpers, and

Thu, Apr 16 2009 11:00:00 GMT

As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission) requests comments on a proposed extension of approval, for a period of three years from the date of approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), of information collection requirements for manufacturers and importers of children's articles known
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as babybouncers, walkerjumpers, or babywalkers. The collection of information consists of requirements that manufacturers and importers of these products must make, keep and maintain records of inspections, testing, sales, and distributions consistent with the provisions of the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, 15 U.S.C. 1261, 1262, and 16 CFR Part 1500.

The CPSC will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting approval of this collection of information from OMB.

Notice of Roundtable on Cribs and Other Sleeping Environments for Infants

Mon, Mar 30 2009 11:00:00 GMT

On August 14, 2008, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) of 2008 was signed into law. Section 104 of the CPSIA requires the Commission to study and develop safety standards for durable infant and toddler products. The Commission is charged with examining and assessing the effectiveness of any voluntary consumer product safety standards for these products in consultation with representatives of consumer groups, juvenile product manufacturers, and independent child product engineers and experts. As part of the consultation process, the Commission will hold a Roundtable on Cribs and Other Sleeping Environments for Infants.

Guidelines and Requirements for Mandatory Recall Notices: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

Fri, Mar 20 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 requires the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') to establish by rule guidelines and requirements for recall notices ordered by the Commission or by a United States District Court under the Consumer Product Safety Act. This proposal would establish the guidelines and requirements to satisfy that requirement.

Tracking Labels for Children's Products Under Section 103 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act; Notice of

Thu, Feb 26 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 requires that, effective August 14, 2009, the manufacturer of a children's product must place permanent distinguishing marks on the product and its packaging that provides certain identifying information. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (``Commission'') is requesting comments and information about implementation of this program.

Notice of Availability of Draft Guidance Regarding Which Children's Products are Subject to the Requirements of CPSIA

Mon, Feb 23 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) section 108 permanently prohibits the sale of any ``children's toy or child care article'' containing more than 0.1 percent of three specified phthalates. Section 108 of the CPSIA also prohibits on an interim basis ``toys that can be placed in a child's mouth'' or ``child care articles'' containing more than 0.1 percent of three additional phthalates. These prohibitions became effective on February 10, 2009. The purpose of this notice is to seek public comment on the draft approach prepared by CPSC staff for determining which products constitute a ``children's toy or child care article'' and therefore are subject to the requirements of section 108 of the CPSIA.\1\ \1\ The Commission voted unanimously (20) to publish the Federal Register Notice without change.

Children's Products Containing Lead; Exemptions for Certain Electronic Devices; Interim Final Rule

Thu, Feb 12 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) is issuing an interim final rule concerning certain electronic devices for which it is not technologically feasible to meet the lead limits as required under section 101 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110314, 122 Stat. 3016. By notice published elsewhere in today's Federal Register, the Commission is withdrawing the proposed rule on exemptions for certain electronic devices published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2009, 74 FR 2435.

Children's Products Containing Lead; Exemptions for Certain Electronic Devices; Withdrawal of Proposed Rule

Thu, Feb 12 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) is withdrawing the proposed rule published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2009, 74 FR 2435, concerning certain children's electronic devices for which it is not technologically feasible to meet the lead limits as required under section 101 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110314, 122 Stat. 3016. The Commission is issuing an interim final rule on exemptions for certain children's electronic devices which is published elsewhere in today's Federal Register.

Notice of Stay of Enforcement of Testing and Certification Requirements

Mon, Feb 9 2009 11:00:00 GMT

This notice announces the decision of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (``CPSC'' or ``Commission'') to stay enforcement of certain provisions of subsection 14(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (``CPSA'') as amended by section 102(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (``CPSIA''), Public Law 110314. Specifically, the Commission is staying certain of the requirements of paragraphs 14(a)(1), (2), and (3) that otherwise require testing and issuance of certificates of compliance by manufacturers, including importers, of products subject to an applicable consumer product safety rule as defined in the CPSA or similar rule, ban, standard, or regulation under any other Act enforced by the Commission. This stay covers all such requirements with the exception of:
(1) Those where testing and certification was required by subsection 14(a) of the CPSA prior to enactment of the CPSIA; and (2) Those requirements, when they become effective, applicable to children's product