by: Staff Recently, a conversation on the BIA listserv revolved around the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), lead and phthalate testing, and its applicability to binders. The responses indicated that not all binderies are clear as to the testing requirements and the manner in which the requirements will affect their business. Lead and phthalate testing and … [Read more...] about CPSIA and Its Implications for Binderies
Safety & Compliance
Disasters: Be Prepared
by Richard Ensman Natural and man-made disasters can strike businesses of any size, anyplace, anytime. These disasters are not limited to earthquakes, floods, and tornadoes. Fire, blizzards, explosions, power outages, and even acts of vandalism or terrorism can strike at the health of businesses. Without adequate preparation for disasters, many businesses will find their … [Read more...] about Disasters: Be Prepared
Safety in the Bindery and Finishing Department
by: Frederick Hartwig It's often an overlooked fact, but many of the injuries and accidents that occur in the printing industry occur within the binding and finishing department. And as with any other production staff, bindery employees performing their daily tasks need to be aware of the risks and hazards when working with and around materials and equipment. The main … [Read more...] about Safety in the Bindery and Finishing Department