Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals or GHS is a landmark regulatory standard ensuring global recognition of hazardous materials and how they are handled. Many countries have began the process of training their workers as well as implementing the proper labeling of goods. GHS regulatory standards have begun with educating anyone […]
A great article from Med Device Online regarding the recent and upcoming changes to UDI compliance. These new regulations coming into affect will ensure proper information and identification is attainable to the consumer for proper use and understanding of the product. To view the full article click the link below: http://bit.ly/1DwOK0S
A very informative post from barcode-test.com on scan rate and the variables that affect successful results. Scan rate has a direct influence on quality and time management. To view the full article click the link below. http://bit.ly/1vKRmog
The FDA’s ruling for medical devices to carry a UDI (Unique Device Identification) will go into effect on September 24th. This will allow easy and definitive attributes of a medical device reducing errors in misidentification or improper use. Making these necessary can be a costly task for companies who aren’t prepared. That is where Pragmatyxs […]
ConAgra foods is facing possible misdemeanor charges dating back to a recall on Peter Pan Peanut Butter from 2007 that sickened over 400 people due to salmonella. The U.S. Department of Justice reached out to consumers in August informing them of the possible cause to their illness. Product traceability plays a huge factor […]
The openFDA project is a database that allows researchers and developers access to countless reports on food, drugs and now medical devices. openFDA has now added MAUDE (Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience); a database with reports on devices such as prosthetics, heart valves and robotics dating back to the early 1990’s. To view the […]
A new era has begun for Gluten Free labeling standards; the FDA ruled a year ago that foods bearing the “gluten free” label would be held to certain regulatory standards and those rulings are now in effect. Any food labelled “gluten free” must contain less than 20 milligrams of the protein. Consumers can now confidently […]