February 13, 2015
Draft
Record of Commission Action
(Briefing package dated January 21, 2015, OS No. 5097)
Decision
The Commission voted unanimously (5-0) to approve publication in the Federal Register of the draft proposed rule, as drafted, to state that extension cords that do not contain one or more readily observable characteristics (minimum wire size, sufficient strain relief, proper polarization, proper continuity, outlet covers (for certain indoor 2-wire extension cords), and jacketed insulated cords (for outdoor extension cords)) constitute a substantial product hazard under section 15(j) of the Consumer Product Safety Act, 15 U.S.C. § 2064(j).
Commissioners Voting
Ballot vote due January 27, 2015.
- Chairman Elliot F. Kaye
- Commissioner Robert S. Adler
- Commissioner Marietta S. Robinson
- Commissioner Ann Marie Buerkle
- Commissioner Joseph P. Mohorovic
Type
Records of Commission Action and Commission Meeting Minutes
Date