With the introduction of the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) on December 13, 2024, the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) is intensifying its oversight of product safety compliance. The NVWA will not only inspect products but also scrutinize companies’ internal processes and procedures. This means your company could receive an unannounced visit at any time, where you’ll need to demonstrate compliance with GPSR requirements.
What Does This Mean for Your Business?
During an inspection, the NVWA may request documentation showing that your processes align with GPSR. This includes:
Risk Analyses: Have you identified potential risks associated with your products and taken appropriate measures?
Technical Documentation: Do you have up-to-date technical files supporting the safety of your products?
Traceability: Can you accurately trace the origin and distribution of your products?
Complaint Registration: Do you have a system for effectively recording and managing complaints and incidents?
How Can You Prepare?
Having a well-documented playbook of your product safety processes and procedures is essential. This enables you to quickly and adequately provide the requested information during an NVWA inspection.
For support in implementing GPSR in your business, visit www.gpsr-templates.com. This site offers practical tools and templates to make GPSR compliance as straightforward and manageable as possible.
Conclusion
The NVWA will closely monitor GPSR compliance by inspecting not only products but also business processes. Ensure your company is prepared by documenting processes and meeting the required standards. Use available resources to facilitate implementation and avoid fines or other penalties.