Aug 3, 2021
Electronics manufacturing giant Philips is recalling millions of CPAP and BiPAP devices due to an issue that could potentially pose a health risk to users of the machines. In the wake of the recall, an Oregon-based truck driver has filed a class action lawsuit due to not being able to work while not being treated for sleep apnea.
Philips, which also manufactures light bulbs and various electronics, issued the recall on June 14. The recall was intended to address the polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) sound abatement foam, which is used to reduce sound and vibration in the affected devices. The material may break down and potentially enter the device’s air pathway. A full list of affected devices can be seen here.
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Mar 17, 2021
Roadside inspections dropped 23% last year across the U.S. during the first year of COVID-19 according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Experts expect to see a rise in inspections this year as Covid restrictions ease.
As COVID-related restrictions ease around the country, law enforcement officials anticipate a truck inspection rebound in 2021 from last year’s sharp decline.
The highly contagious disease brought about nationwide restrictions following the onset of the pandemic last March, including at commercial vehicle enforcement agencies, which led to a big drop in inspections throughout the U.S. when combined with other factors at the state level.