| Released on August 12 2003, The BRC Global Standard 
        - Consumer Products is a voluntary certification standard for consumer 
        (non-food) products with its scope covering a variety of diverse industries 
        and product categories such as: - Tobacco and Accessories- Decorating and DIY Supplies
 - Games, Toys and Hobbies
 - Personal Care
 - Recording Materials (Audio & Visual)
 - Travel Goods
 - Pet Related Products
 
 The above is not a complete list by any means, and an overview of the 
        standard including full details of the product categories can be downloaded 
        from the BRC 
        website.
 
 The standard has been developed to promote product safety, legality and 
        quality and to help retailers fulfil their obligations to this end. The 
        Standard will provide a common approach to the certification of companies 
        providing consumer goods to UK retailers, and requires:
 - the adoption of a hazard analysis and appropriate 
        controls established- a documented and effective quality management system
 - the effective control of factory environment standards, products, process 
        and personnel
 
 Further information will be added to this page as it becomes available, 
        so please check back regularly.
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