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Intertek Completes the World’s First Evaluation of Emergency Communications Devices to the NFPA 1802 Standard

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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Intertek, a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has completed the world’s first evaluation of radio equipment used by emergency personnel to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1802 Standard on Two-Way, Portable RF Voice Communications Devices for use by emergency services personnel in the hazard zone.

Key Points: 
  • Intertek, a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has completed the world’s first evaluation of radio equipment used by emergency personnel to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1802 Standard on Two-Way, Portable RF Voice Communications Devices for use by emergency services personnel in the hazard zone.
  • Upon successful completion of testing by Intertek, the first NFPA 1802 certifications were issued by the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) to Motorola Solutions and L3Harris.
  • The NFPA 1802 standard defines performance requirements for radios and speaker microphones designed for use in environments in which firefighters, hazmat teams, and other agencies operate.
  • “It is an honour for Intertek to be the first third-party lab to complete an NFPA 1802 evaluation,” said Chad Morey, Technical Analyst for Intertek’s PPE team.

Motorola Solutions APX NEXT XN Radio Meets the Most Stringent Standards for Use by the Fire Market

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221209005490/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221209005490/en/
    The APX NEXT XN smart radio and XVN500 remote speaker microphone are certified for NFPA 1802 compliance, bringing highly ruggedized design and advanced data capabilities to hazard zones.
  • APX NEXT XN combines trusted mission-critical radio communications with broadband capabilities for applications that provide essential information to help firefighters respond to emergencies.
  • The radio supports seamless connectivity by automatically switching voice communications to broadband when users travel outside of radio coverage areas.
  • This certification underscores Motorola Solutions long-standing commitment to the fire market and continued innovation to meet the demands of these challenging environments.

Data from Prevent Blindness Shows More than 26,000 Eye Injuries Related to Sports Treated Last Year

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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CHICAGO, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading volunteer nonprofit eye health organization, has declared September as Sports Eye Safety Month to help educate the public on the importance of wearing the proper eye protection while playing sports. Annual data from Prevent Blindness shows that there were more than 26,000 sports-related eye injuries treated in the United States last year.

Key Points: 
  • Annual data from Prevent Blindness shows that there were more than 26,000 sports-related eye injuries treated in the United States last year.
  • Prevent Blindness offers the following guidelines to help find the best eye protection for sports:
    If you wear prescription glasses, ask your eye doctor to fit you for prescription eye guards.
  • Founded in 1908, Prevent Blindness is the nation's leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight.
  • Together with a network of affiliates, Prevent Blindness is committed to eliminating preventable blindness in America.

Intertek Designated as an Accredited Test Lab by the Treestand Manufacturer’s Association

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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Interteks Cortland, N.Y., lab is one of two labs designated for the testing of treestands, harnesses, and hunting saddles.

Key Points: 
  • Interteks Cortland, N.Y., lab is one of two labs designated for the testing of treestands, harnesses, and hunting saddles.
  • In addition to promoting treestand safety, a common goal of the Treestand Manufacturers Association is to develop performance standards, test methods, best practices, and terminology.
  • We often partner with key associations like the Treestand Manufacturers Association to help to advance and promote life safety and security in specific markets.
  • Interteks designation as an accredited testing provider for the Treestand Manufacturers Association furthers this endeavor and reinforces our position as a resource to the industry and to our customers.

SEI and NIHC Enter MOU to offer the ASTM HEMPQ + NIHC Certification Program for Test Laboratories

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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"We're excited for this program that we believe will strengthen consumer confidence and be a value add for hemp producers.

Key Points: 
  • "We're excited for this program that we believe will strengthen consumer confidence and be a value add for hemp producers.
  • Partnering with SEI and ASTM International, who have a rich history in certification and standardization, should make for an excellent partnership."
  • "This effort coincides with the work of ASTM International's cannabis committee (D37) which includes over 1000 members from 32 different countries.
  • We believe delivering a joint certification program for hemp testing laboratories is a critical first step in harmonizing the hemp industry."

Inside Lacrosse: Unequal Tops List for Chest Protection

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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In a post dated March 2, " What's the New Shoulder Pad Standard and What is Unequal?

Key Points: 
  • In a post dated March 2, " What's the New Shoulder Pad Standard and What is Unequal?
  • Inside Lacrosse cautions that many popular Commotio cordis shoulder pads on the market today could expire, requiring players to buy updated equipment in Jan. 2023.
  • Invented by company founder and CEO Rob Vito, Unequal is military-grade protection that has been modified for sport.
  • Unequal does not impede mobility and bolsters user confidence, allowing athletes to play at the top of their game.

Oregon-Based Columbia Basin Bioscience Awarded ASTM's Global Cannabis Certification for Hemp and Cannabis Operators

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
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ASTM International's CANNQ/HEMPQ Certification Program is the first independent, Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) system and product safety certification for the cannabis and hemp industry.

Key Points: 
  • ASTM International's CANNQ/HEMPQ Certification Program is the first independent, Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) system and product safety certification for the cannabis and hemp industry.
  • "We are proud to be the first hemp operator to receive this designation,'' said Alan Cleaver, CEO of CBB.
  • "CBB's value-added procedures will support safe and reliable cannabis products and processes," said Tricia Hock, director of certification operations, SEI.
  • Visit www.astmcannabis.org
    About PH&S:Is a 501(c)(4) addressing the challenges facing law enforcement, regulators, cannabis investors & operators as well as financial institutions.

ASTM International & PH&S Complete Pilot Program on Cannabis Certification

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
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DENVER, Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Policy Center for Public Health and Safety ("PH&S") and ASTM International announce the completion of its certification pilot program for the cannabis industry including cannabis and hemp operations as well as financial institutions that serve the industry.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Policy Center for Public Health and Safety ("PH&S") and ASTM International announce the completion of its certification pilot program for the cannabis industry including cannabis and hemp operations as well as financial institutions that serve the industry.
  • The certification, known as ASTM International's CANNQ/HEMPQ Certification Program, is the first independent certification of its kind in the hemp and cannabis industry.
  • The certification program is part of a broader collaborative initiative among the Policy Center for Public Health and Safety, ASTM International, and the American Trade Association for Cannabis and Hemp .
  • Cannabis and hemp companies who complete the program demonstrate their commitment to embracing production standards andprocesses protocols.

ANSI Expands Standards Portal for COVID-19 Crisis to Include IEC Standards

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Monday, April 6, 2020
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NEW YORK, April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has expanded its portal for international standards to help speed COVID-19 response efforts to include International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards for medical electrical equipment.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has expanded its portal for international standards to help speed COVID-19 response efforts to include International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards for medical electrical equipment.
  • The ANSI portal, Freely Available ISO and IEC Standards to Help Address COVID-19 Crisis, now includes 36 international standards covering medical equipment and devices including ventilators and respiratory equipment; protective clothing used in health care settings; and business continuity management, security, and resilience.
  • ANSI is the coordinator of the U.S. voluntary consensus standardization system and the U.S. member body to ISO and the IEC.
  • The standards are accessible in read-only format at no cost during the crisis; additional standards may be added in the future.