Salmonella Threat Leads to Recall of Bulk Romaine Lettuce
Another hazardous organism potentially making an appearance in a food product has led to the recall of said item. Pacific International Marketing announced the recall, which pertains to bulk Romaine Lettuce. 19 cases in total fall within the scope of the recall, and each of these cases was sold in Nevada or right here in… read more
Ice Cream Bars and Pints Recalled by Arctic Zero For Allergen Risk
The presence of an undeclared allergen has once again led to the recall of a food product. The recall was announced by the Escondido, California-based Arctic Zero and concerns a variety of chocolate dipped bars and pints of ice cream. The former was available in a four pack and the latter could be bought in… read more
Software Error Prompts Maquet to Recall FLOW-i Anesthesia Systems
An update has been issued on a medical device with a defect that could potentially compromise the health of anyone using the product. The update was announced by MAQUET Medical Systems USA, the distributor, and Maquet Critical Care AB, the manufacturer, and concerns their FLOW-i Anesthesia Systems of the C20, C30, and C40 models. These… read more
Carbonated Beverage Bottles Recalled by iSi For Laceration Threat
A defect has led to yet another recall, this time of a line of products that could be within hundreds of thousands of homes. The recall was announced by the Fairfield, New Jersey-based iSi North America, the importer of Twist’n Sparkle Home Beverage Carbonation System plastic bottles. These bottles, which were produced in Hungary and… read more
Faulty Brake Lights Lead Zero Motorcycles to Recall 450 Units
A series of motorcycles is being recalled because of the danger they could pose to highway safety. The recall was announced by Zero Motorcycles and concerns a wide variety of models (the S, XU, DS, X, XD, and MXD). The motorcycles being recalled were of either the 2011 or the 2012 model years, depending on… read more
Improper Pasteurization Forces Recall of Andante Dairy Cheeses
A wide variety of cheeses available throughout California have been recalled because of a threat that these items could pose to consumers’ health. The recall was announced by the State Veterinarian of California and concerns numerous cheese items produced by the Petaluma-based Andante Dairy. In addition to the recall, a quarantine order has also been… read more
Undeclared Allergen Leads Fruiti Pops to Recall Coconut Dessert Bars
Yet another product is being recalled because of the potential threat of an undeclared allergen. This time, the recall was announced by Fruiti Pops and concerns their Classic Coconut frozen dessert bars. Each of these bars would have been available individually in a clear 4 ounce package. Although this package has no identifying characteristics such… read more
Mexicali Cheese Recall Expanded to Include Additional Items
It’s incredibly important to pay attention to recall alerts that get posted throughout media outlets; however, that doesn’t mean that once a recall goes out you can simply move on. That’s because, as this next report demonstrates, oftentimes an update will be made that expands the purview of the recall. An earlier recall was made… read more
Know The Facts Behind the Stryker Rejuvenate & ABG II Hip Stem Recall
Recalls get issued on a regular basis, most of them concerning products that you might never even come into contact with and thus don’t have to worry about. But perhaps the most serious recalls are those that involve medical devices. After all, patients rely on such devices to improve their quality of life and allow… read more
Virginia Targets Distracted Drivers Who Endanger Construction Workers
With road construction heating up during the summer months, many road crews are finding a new job hazard: drivers who are distracted by their smart phones. One state, Virginia, is stepping up a new awareness campaign in order to decrease the number of accidents on job sites. The “Orange Cones, No Phones” campaign is an… read more
Salad Mix from BI-LO Recalled Over Metal Fragment Threat
On June 29th, BI-LO implemented a voluntary recall on Southern Home brand Bacon Ranch Salad Mix and Southern Home brand Creamy Parmesan Salad Mix. BI-LO strongly suggests all consumers return the recalled item to receive a refund or else simply immediately discard the item. The item is being recalled due to the possibility of small… read more
Ontario Judge Says Briefly Cradling Cellphone Not Illegal
It is no longer illegal to briefly handle or touch your cellphone while driving your car in Ontario. A provincial court justice has ruled that holding a cellphone requires more than just touching or briefly picking up the device while behind the wheel of your car. This finding overturned a ruling by a Justice of… read more
