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Implementing “Wordless” Safety Labels

This column discusses "wordless" safety labels, which use symbols and hazard severity panels without text. It explores their benefits, limitations, and implementation considerations, emphasizing the importance of balancing complete information with clear communication in product safety warnings.

Practical Engineering

Practical Engineering: How to Become a Great Compliance Engineering Professional

Don MacArthur's blog outlines key steps to excel in compliance engineering, including mastering regulations, staying updated, gaining experience, developing problem-solving skills, and maintaining ethical conduct. He emphasizes continuous learning and effective communication across teams.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

FDA Drafts Guidance on Chemical Analysis for Medical Device Biocompatibility

The FDA released draft guidance on chemical analysis for medical device biocompatibility assessment. This approach can reduce testing time and animal testing. Public comments are accepted until November 19th through the Federal Rulemaking Portal.

U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC Issues Harmful Radio Interference Notification

The FCC ordered a Massachusetts resident to stop using a 2002 HDTV antenna that was interfering with state police communications. The interference ceased when the antenna was unplugged.

Product Insights

Spectrum Analyzer Measurements

Don MacArthur explains spectrum analyzers, tools for frequency domain analysis of signals. He covers their functionality, key parameters (center/span, reference level, RBW, VBW), types, and usage. MacArthur emphasizes their importance in electronic measurements and provides tips for preventing damage to the devices.

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Global Compliance News

Mobile Phones Not Linked to Brain Cancer, Researchers Find

A comprehensive review conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) has determined that there is no increased risk of brain cancer associated with mobile phones.

U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC Sets Initial Rules for Drone Operations in the 5 GHz Band

To help facilitate the safe operation of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS, otherwise known as drones), the FCC has published new rules applicable to the operation of UAS in the 5 GHz spectrum band.

EMC Bench Notes

EMC Bench Notes: Pre-Compliance Testing for Radiated Emissions, Part 2 – Making the Measurement

Ken Wyatt provides an overview of radiated emissions pre-compliance testing. He covers equipment setup, field strength calculations, and strategies for managing ambient interference. The guide aims to enhance EMC troubleshooting skills and reduce formal testing expenses.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

List of Medical Devices Incorporating Virtual Reality Technology Updated

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has updated its list of authorized medical devices that incorporate augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies.

U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)