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Follow on Google News | SGS Warns Manufacturers on Monetary Fines for Lack of Compliance with FCC RequirementsAs part of its market surveillance activities, the FCC has uncovered last year a company that marketed digital cameras and wireless devices on the US market without having been authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Main Purpose of FCC Regulations The purpose of these FCC regulations is to ensure that wireless devices don’t interfere with authorized radio communications. They also help safeguard end consumers by requiring manufacturers to provide appropriate labeling for these products, as well as product information manuals containing details about the correct, compliant, and safe operation of such devices. Aside from damaging a manufacturer’ Monetary Fine for Non-Compliance with FCC Requirements As per a Consent Decree, the manufacturer will make a voluntary contribution of $80,000 to the US Treasury. Another condition of the agreement was the implementation of a three-year plan comprising of a compliance manual, as well as employee training, with the end goal of ensuring future compliance with FCC equipment regulations. About SGS Electrical and Electronics Services As the world’s leader in third party testing SGS has the global knowledge and local expertise to help achieve compliance with Electrical & Electronics regulations covering product safety, EMC (http://www.sgs.com/ Do not hesitate to contact an SGS expert for more information. Website: www.sgs.com/ SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 80,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 1,650 offices and laboratories around the world. End
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