#eu ce marking

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Guide to the CE Marking Process 

Introduction  

The CE mark is an obligatory symbol found on numerous products across Europe, indicating conformity with essential safety, health, and environmental standards set by the European Union (EU). It is a prerequisite for manufacturers to apply the EU CE marking to their products for them to be sold in Europe. Understanding the CE marking process is vital for efficiently navigating product placement within the European Economic Area (EEA). 

What is CE?  

CE stands for "Conformité Européenne," the French term for European conformance. It is mandatory for products sold in all 27 EU member states, as well as Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein. While many products in Turkey must bear the EU CE Marking, Switzerland only accepts it for specific products. 

CE Marking Requirements in the EU  

CE marking is compulsory for products meeting EU criteria and mandated by regulatory authorities. Some products must comply with multiple EU regulations simultaneously. Before affixing the CE mark to a product, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations is essential. 

 Fig: Objective of EU in mandating CE marking 

 Steps to Obtain CE Marking  

Here's a detailed breakdown of the key steps involved in the CE marking process: 

Identifying Applicable Directives: Determine which EU directives apply to your specific product, outlining essential safety, health, and environmental requirements. Utilize resources like the EU's "NANDO" database to identify relevant directives. 

Understanding Essential Requirements: Delve into the specific essential requirements outlined for your product category, forming the benchmark for compliance. 

Selecting the Conformity Assessment Route: Explore various 'modules' available under each directive to determine the appropriate conformity assessment route for your product. 

Assessing Product Conformity: Evaluate your product against essential requirements through internal assessments, external testing, or a combination, depending on the chosen conformity assessment module. 

Creating Technical Documentation: Compile a comprehensive technical file documenting processes, design choices, and test results, serving as evidence of conformity assessment. 

Drafting and Signing the Declaration of Conformity: Issue a formal Declaration of Conformity (DoC) affirming compliance with relevant directives and essential requirements, including crucial information about your organization and the product. 

Affixing the CE Marking: Once all steps are completed and conformity is declared with the applicable directives, affix the CE marking symbol to the product and packaging, indicating readiness for the European market. 

Cost Considerations  

Manufacturers conducting their own conformity assessment won't incur fees. However, if independent assessment by a notified body is required, fees will apply, varying depending on the certification procedure and product complexity. 

Additional Considerations  

Maintain clear records and seek guidance from relevant authorities or professionals, especially for complex products or first-time navigation of the process. Remember, CE marking is an ongoing responsibility, requiring continued compliance with relevant directives even after placing the product on the market. 

Conclusion  

The EU CE marking demonstrates compliance with essential EU Medical Device Consulting standards, facilitating product placement in the European Economic Area (EEA). Following these steps provides a comprehensive understanding of the CE marking process, enabling confidence in bringing products to the European market. 

[cert3global]

Regulatory and Market Intelligence

Regulatory and Market Intelligence refers to the process of gathering, analyzing, and utilizing information related to government regulations and market trends. It involves monitoring changes in laws, policies, and industry dynamics to help businesses make informed decisions, stay compliant with regulations, and seize opportunities in the marketplace.

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CE Marking Authority

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Just learned about the new GPSR Compliance rules coming into effect in a week...

It's requiring anything sold and shipped to the EU to have the following:

Product Compliance

Ensure your products meet applicable EU safety standards (e.g., EN71 for toys or REACH for textiles).

They must also be safe under normal and foreseeable use, including proper testing and risk assessments.

Labeling Compliance

The following information must be included on the product or its packaging:

Your company name, address, and contact information.

Your EU Responsible Person's (EU RP) name, address, and contact information.

A product identifier (e.g., serial, model, or batch number).

Any applicable symbols, such as the CE Mark for toys.Safety warnings or instructions must be in the official language(s) of the EU country where the product is sold. For example, in France, all labelling must be in French. I've included more information regarding safety warnings/instructions and exemptions.

Self-Explanatory Products: Translations/Warnings Required?

Under the GPSR, self-explanatory products like books or candle holders may not require additional instructions or translations.

The key is whether the product's use and safety considerations are transparent to the average consumer without further explanation.

If so, the GPSR does not mandate additional instructions or translations.

Assessing each product individually to ensure compliance is essential. When in doubt, providing clear instructions in the appropriate language(s) is always a safe approach.

Appoint an EU Responsible Person (EU RP)

The EU RP acts as your legal representative in the EU. They are responsible for:

Holding compliance documentation (e.g., testing reports, technical files, declarations of conformity).

Ensuring labelling and documentation meet EU requirements.

Acting as the first point of contact for EU authorities if any compliance issues arise.

Yeah..... I can't comply with this, especially the appointing an EU Responsible Person. Really burdensome on most small businesses!

So I unfortunately had to turn off all shipment to the EU. Sigh.

[cindylouwho-2]

The European Union's General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR): A Huge Mess For Some Small & Micro Businesses

Above is an email Amazon sent to sellers many months ago that covers the basics. Not all marketplaces were as forthcoming - or early - with info.

As many of you know, new laws coming into effect Friday December 13, 2024 affect businesses' ability to sell products into the European Union and Northern Ireland (EU and NI). The General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR) impose various requirements on most goods being sold to the EU and NI, and some of those new rules will be very onerous for some small businesses. Furthermore, there are still some unanswered questions that the relevant government bodies hadn't covered until the European Commission did release some more details and an FAQ page very recently [pdf for download at the end of the first section on that page], and until public Q & A sessions were held.

This post contains a brief summary of the GPSR and of the key questions for common small business types, with the best answers I can find at this time. There is a section discussing problems on Etsy (which hasn't yet adapted their platform to the new regulations). I also compiled a list of helpful links including government and marketplace information pages, and places to obtain an "EU Responsible Person" to represent your business.

If anything gets clarified in the near future, this post will be updated.

What Does GPSR Require?

The Amazon summary in the screenshot at the top of this post is one of the easiest to understand, but a shorter overview may work better for some, so here is what eBay has to say:

To comply with the GPSR and related regulations, all business sellers listing items for sale in the EU and NI must include the following information: 1. The product manufacturer's name and contact information 2. If the manufacturer isn’t located in the EU or NI, you’ll have to indicate an EU-based Responsible Person or entity, along with their name and contact details 3. Any relevant product information like model number, pictures, and type 4. Product safety and compliance information like warnings and safety information (which can be included in labels and product manuals) in the local language 5. The CE marking when required by the related regulations applicable to your product

And yes, all of this applies to merchants of all stripes, including small and microbusinesses. Per the EU, “...the GPSR obligations apply to businesses of all sizes. Consumers are entitled to only safe products and therefore exceptions cannot be made based on the size of a business.”

Clearly there are significant hurdles for small and micro businesses: the cost of hiring a responsible person, and the cost of producing the required safety and use instructions and of translating them into local languages. Some may choose to stop sales to the EU and NI instead of complying.

Are There Any Exceptions?

Yes, several types of products are excluded, but most of those already subject to equally strict or even stricter regulations, e.g., medicine, foods, animals etc.

The two main known exceptions of interest to most of my readership are:

Antiques, which seem to be limited to items that are old (but no age is given, as far as I can tell) and generally to art or other collectible items.

Items already available for sale before December 13 of this year.

That second point is good news for many businesses, but please note it only seems to apply to stock made before December 13, not just listings made before that date. Once you run out and need to order or make more products, they then become subject to the GPSR.

Does The GPSR Apply To Digital Products?

It now appears that the new regulations cover items such as digital downloads. The FAQ pdf put out by the European Union very recently states "[t]he GPSR applies to all types of products (physical or digital products too, including software) that are placed or made available on the EU Single Market". At least some analysts agree this can include pretty much everything digital:

I can understand why some folks think that a knitting pattern or a simple art downloadable file should not be covered, and in the future once there is more discussion of and action taken under the GPSR, those products might be excluded. But note that the pdf of FAQs also states "[t]he GPSR is about avoiding and preventing “risks to both physical health and mental health”. Including image files and similar downloads therefore makes some sense.

How Do I Find A "Responsible Person" To Represent My Digital Download Business In The EU?

That's a good question, because I haven't found any verified sources saying they will cover digital items, or any digital sellers mentioning they have found coverage. Many have been denied by the companies they have contacted. [UPDATE: A company called EAS has agreed to represent at least one digital seller.]

If you are aware of any other firms or individuals offering "Responsible Person" services for digital products, please let me know!

(Remember, If you are in the EU/NI, you are the Responsible Person. If your products are manufactured in the EU/NI, the manufacturer is the Responsible Person.)

Does the GPSR Apply To Free Products?

Yes. From the FAQ pdf: "an item provided free of charge falls within the scope of the GPSR.”

In addition to complimentary physical items ("free gifts") sent out with orders, this would seem to include free downloads provided on blogs and social media, on a Patreon site, in YouTube descriptions etc. I’ve not seen much discussion on this aspect of the law for some reason.

Items Offered For Sale Before December 13 Are Exempt, But How Would The Government Know When I First Offered The Product Or When It Was Made?

If you had 100 widgets in stock before December 13 and had them listed on a marketplace or website, by law you can continue to sell those widgets to the EU and NI until all 100 are gone. And if you created a digital file and offered it online before December 13, it should be exempt forever, as long as you do not edit the file after December 13.

But proving you had 100 widgets already made, or that you listed a specific product before the law took effect could be difficult, especially for anyone handmaking their own items. If you are going to continue to sell to the EU and NI after December 13, keep careful records of which stock needs labelling, safety information and translations of use instructions.

Online marketplaces could also create problems if they don't display the date an item was first offered for sale, as happens on Etsy, for example. Every time an item renews, the visible date is reset, and it can be difficult to go through spreadsheets looking for the original listing date, and csv files may not be adequate proof under this law (since they can easily be changed after downloading).

Unfortunately, we won't truly know what evidence will be accepted in these circumstances until the authorities start enforcing these regulations, but this will only be a concern for anyone continuing to sell "old stock" into the EU and NI after December 13, so it is far from the largest concern.

The Case of Etsy - Failure To Comply With The GPSR

Unlike some other marketplaces, Etsy was fairly late in warning its sellers that the GPSR affected them, and how Etsy will approach the law. The blog post included the line "[s]hould Etsy receive a notification from an authority that your product is non-compliant, we will take appropriate action, which may include removing your listing and/or suspending your account." So, the stakes are high here - you could lose your Etsy shop if accused of not complying with the GPSR.

There are currently 2 problems for sellers who decide they can't/won't comply with the GPSR and therefore do not want to offer their items to the EU and NI any more:

Shipping to the UK on Etsy includes Northern Ireland, and sellers anywhere within the UK cannot remove the UK from their shipping profiles. That means they are forced to offer their goods to NI even if they don't want to.

Digital products on Etsy are sold to the whole world by default; there is no way to exclude any countries that Etsy allows sales to. That means every digital listing on Etsy is currently offered in the GPSR jurisdictions, regardless of the seller's wishes or compliance.

The GPSR was published on May 10, 2023. That gave everyone 19 months to get their ducks in a row. However, Etsy has so far done nothing to allow UK and digital sellers to remove their listings from being available in the EU and NI. Nothing.

Support has told some sellers that the corporation is working on it, and that UK sellers could just cancel any sales to NI:

However, it is not good enough to refuse to complete orders to the EU and NI. Any item offered for sale in the EU and NI is automatically subject to the GPSR; just allowing someone to check out is a violation, if the listing and product does not meet the law's requirements.

As of December 13, there is still no way to stop selling to Northern Ireland on Etsy if you are a seller in the United Kingdom, and there is no way for a digital product to be excluded from offer in either the EU or NI. Sadly, this means the only way shops can follow the law is to close for the time being, and some are planning on doing that.

Etsy has failed its sellers, and there is no excuse.

UPDATE (December 13, 2024): Etsy now says it is working on the issues of excluding the EU and NI, but still advises cancelling sales to those locations in the interim, which does not comply with the GPSR. The company had 19 months to figure this out, but they still need a few more weeks at a minimum? Absurd.

Resources and Responsible Person Offerings

I've compiled a separate post on my Patreon, listing some of the official legal and government resources on GPSR, as well as rules and Help pages from some major marketplaces and Print on Demand companies, and a short list of places you can hire a "Responsible Person" for your products:

https://www.patreon.com/posts/sources-and-for-117871846

Please let me know if you find any broken links there, or have other resources to add!

This post will be updated as required.

UPDATED: December 13, 2024

[transparentgentlemenmarker]

Retour dans un passé compliqué. Parti de rien, avec des parents aux moyens modestes, divorcés et une jeunesse marquée par les difficultés financières et familiales, j'ai dû apprendre très tôt à faire face à l'adversité. Les souvenirs de très nombreux repas à base de raviolis en boîte, un frigo vide et les visites d'huissiers à la maison pour régler les dettes de mes parents sont encore bien présents dans ma mémoire. Malgré cette période difficile et la gêne de devoir recourir à l'aide sociale pour aller chercher des vêtements, ces épreuves ont forgé mon caractère. À l'âge de 16 ans j'étais papa, j'ai pris une décision qui allait changer ma vie. J’ai fondé ma première entreprise à 20. Aujourd'hui, à 73 ans, je suis toujours entrepreneur et même multi-entrepreneurs. En regardant en arrière, je réalise que ces défis de mon adolescence m'ont donné la détermination et l'énergie nécessaires pour réussir. J'ai cultivé un désir ardent de réussir, de m'en sortir, de tracer mon propre chemin et de ne pas reproduire les schémas du passé. Cette expérience m'a appris l'importance de la patience, de la curiosité l’envie d’être différent et de la persévérance. Pour réussir dans le monde des affaires, il faut être prêt à innover, à se dépasser et à toujours viser l'excellence et plus haut et encore plus haut. C'est ainsi que l'on peut véritablement s'élever et atteindre ses objectifs professionnels et personnels. Je crois que d'où vous venez, que vous avez été élevé avec une cuillère dans la bouche, ou malheureusement avec des obligations un peu différentes. Quand vous croyez en vos rêves, vous pouvez atteindre ce que vous avez envie de faire. Je pense que malheureusement beaucoup de gens baissent les bras trop vite, et pourtant il faut faire le contraire se battre. Je suis maintenant heureux de n’avoir rien eu quand j’étais jeune, d'avoir traversé ces périodes de ma vie. Les défis rencontrés dans ma jeunesse ont forgé mon caractère et renforcé ma détermination. Si les circonstances avaient été différentes, mon récit aurait été tout autre. Chaque épreuve surmontée m'a préparé pour les défis à venir et m'a guidé vers la réalisation de mes affaires. J’ai manqué de beaucoup de choses mais maintenant je peux m’offrir ce que je veux et c’est ça la revanche de la vie. Le travail est la clef de la réussite, l’avenir appartient à ceux qui se lèvent tôt !

Return to a complicated past. Starting from nothing, with parents of modest means, divorced and a youth marked by financial and family difficulties, I had to learn very early to face adversity. The memories of many meals based on boxed ravioli, an empty fridge and the visits of bailiffs to the house to settle my parents' debts are still very present in my memory. Despite this difficult period and the embarrassment of having to resort to social assistance to get clothes, these ordeals have forged my character. At the age of 16 I was a father, I made a decision that would change my life. I founded my first company at 20. Today, at 73, I am still an entrepreneur and even multi-entrepreneur. Looking back, I realize that these challenges in my adolescence gave me the determination and energy to succeed. I cultivated a burning desire to succeed, to get by, to forge my own path and not repeat the patterns of the past. This experience taught me the importance of patience, curiosity, the desire to be different and perseverance. To succeed in the business world, you must be ready to innovate, to surpass yourself and to always aim for excellence and higher and higher. This is how you can truly rise and achieve your professional and personal goals. I believe that where you come from, that you were raised with a spoon in your mouth, or unfortunately with slightly different obligations. When you believe in your dreams, you can achieve what you want to do. I think that unfortunately many people give up too quickly, and yet we must do the opposite and fight. I am now happy that I had nothing when I was young, that I went through these periods of my life. The challenges encountered in my youth shaped my character and strengthened my determination. If the circumstances had been different, my story would have been completely different. Each ordeal overcome prepared me for the challenges to come and guided me towards achieving my business. I lacked a lot of things but now I can afford what I want and that’s the revenge of life. Work is the key to success, the future belongs to those who get up early!

[alien-superst4r]

2024 en albums

Quelle année phénoménale pour la musique, je savais plus où donner de la tête, y a eu grave des sorties de qualité. De temps en temps je parle de musique ici et encore une fois je voulais mettre en avant des artistes non blancs qui méritent plus de gaz et plus d'écoutes.

Le post risque d'être un peu long soyez bien calés. J'ai essayé de caser en plusieurs catégories pour que ce soit un peu digeste et si vous voulez avoir mon avis plus en détails ainsi que les liens vers les albums, c'est tout compilé dans le gdoc que je mets en lien tout à la fin.

Quelques précisions avant de commencer :

j'ai aussi mis des EP et mixtapes, pas que des albums

vous le verrez très vite, j'écoute très très très peu d'artistes masculins, oops

si vous avez un nom en tête et qu'il est pas dans la liste, soit je connais pas, soit j'ai pas écouté parce que j'ai zappé ou parce que je savais pas que c'était sorti cette année, soit j’ai pas aimé le projet, soit je préfère pas leur donner du gaz pour plein de raisons oops again

j'ai mis que des projets originaux, pas de rééditions, remix, et quelques rares versions étendues/deluxe d’albums sortis avant si y avait suffisamment de nouvelles chansons pour constituer un projet à part

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FOCUS FRANCOPHONE

Shay + Pourvu qu'il pleuve

Lazuli + Aphrodisiaque

ADÉS THE PLANET + J'PLEURE EN DANSANT // UN TRÈS BEL ENTERREMENT

Ruthee + Là où les diamants brillent

Yseult + MENTAL

Theodora + BAD BOY LOVESTORY

DAVINHOR + Karaba Partie I

Le Juiice + NOUS ART : Masterpiece

ET EN CREOLE

Meryl + Caviar I

Maureen + BAD QUEEN

Joé Dwèt Filé + GOUMIN // GOUMIN TERMINE

P.L.L + Phase II

ON NE LES PRESENTE PLUS

Beyoncé + Cowboy Carter

Kendrick Lamar + GNX

Megan Thee Stallion + Megan

Future x Metro Booming + We don't trust you // We still don't trust you

RAP

Little Simz + Drop 7

Doechii + Alligator bites never heal

GloRilla + Glorious

Flo Milli + Fine Ho, Stay

Sira Faal + Paradies Berlin

R&B

Chlöe + Trouble in paradise

Normani + Dopamine

FLO + Access all areas

Raveena + Where the butterflies go in the rain

Sza + Lana (SOS Deluxe)

Orion Sun + Orion

Shae Universe + Love's letter

POP

Tinashe + Quantum baby

Nemahsis + Verbathim

Lana Lubany + YAFA

AFRO

Rema + HEIS

Ayra Starr + The year I turned 21

Tems + Born in the wild

Wizkid + Morayo

Tyla + Tyla

AUTRES (alt, indé, fusion)

Amaarae + roses are red, tears are blue

Rachel Chinouriri + What a devastating turn of events

Dua Saleh + I SHOULD CALL THEM

Nia Archives + Silence is loud

Ravyn Lenae + Bird's eye

Hana Vu + Romanticism

Amber Mark + Loosies

Saint Levant + DEIRA

IAMDDB + LOVE is WAR, Volume 6

Iniko + 333

Et voici le lien du gdoc pour les commentaires et les explications, parce que je me prends pour Pitchfork à mes heures perdues faut croire.

>> 2024 en albums <<

[secretsdeblackthornhall]

De Emma à Cristina

Chère Cristina,

Je suis désolée, je suis désolée, vraiment désolée ! Je me rends compte que le message que je viens de t’envoyer n’a ni queue ni tête, alors après l’avoir lu, jette-le et lis cette lettre. J’étais un peu hystérique quand je l’ai écrit ; je voulais tout te raconter au sujet de Mina qui avait disparue pendant plusieurs jours, mais je ne pouvais pas. Et quand j’ai pu, je me suis complétement déchargée. Encore une fois, désolée.

C’était horrible de ne pas pouvoir te parler de ce qu’il se passait. J’ai toujours détesté la politique, je ne t’apprends rien… mais même si ta situation (et celle de Mark) est inhabituelle, la Cour des Lumières considère certainement que vous faites partie de la suite de Kieran, et on nous avait formellement interdit de révéler à l’une ou l’autre Cour que Mina avait été enlevée dans sa propre chambre à Blackthorn Hall. Et nous avons obéi à la lettre.

Alors, il s’avère que la personne qui avait organisé l’enlèvement était Mère Hawthorn, la nourrice de la Première Héritière, qui a choisi d’épouser un Chasseur d’Ombres. Depuis, elle a eu des relations compliquées avec les Chasseurs d’Ombres, surtout avec les Herondale (qui n’a pas de relations compliquées avec les Herondale, on se le demande). Et là elle exigeait de parler à Kit comme condition pour que nous puissions récupérer Mina.

Personne ne voulait que Kit y aille, même si nous avions tous terriblement peur pour Mina. Mais il était résolu. On ne pouvait pas l’arrêter. Nous avons donc trouvé un arrangement grâce à quelques elfes intermédiaires pour que Kit rencontre Mère Hawthorn. Elle avait demandé à ce que le rendez-vous ait lieu près de l’eau d’un fleuve, alors nous sommes allés à la Promenade de Chiswick. Il y a un minuscule parc là-bas, et un petit kiosque à musique. Tous ensemble (Julian et moi, Tessa, Jem et Kit), nous y sommes allés sans dire un mot et avec des mines sombres. Tessa n’arrêtait pas de caresser Kit dans le dos, et c’était évident qu’elle essayait de ne pas pleurer. Jem avait l’air de vouloir tuer quelqu’un. Kit avait simplement l’air déterminé. Et Jules… je parlerai de Jules après.

Nous sommes restés un peu en arrière pendant que Kit traversait la pelouse pour rejoindre le kiosque. A son approche, Mère Hawthorn est apparue de derrière les arbres, avec Mina dans les bras, et s’est avancée vers lui.

Jules et moi nous sommes crispés, au cas où Jem ou Tessa se serait rué vers le bébé. Nous n’aurions pas pu leur en vouloir, mais nous savions que ce n’était pas possible. Kit devait pouvoir récupérer Mina sans violence. Tout ce que je peux dire, c’est qu’on voit qu’ils ont enduré d’innombrables épreuves tous les deux au cours de leur longue vie. Ils se serraient les mains, immobiles, mais c’était clair qu’ils avaient désespérément envie de courir vers leurs enfants. Ils faisaient preuve d’un incroyable sang-froid, et ça me brisait le cœur.

Kit et Mère Hawthorn se sont rejoints devant le kiosque. Evidemment nous n’entendions pas leur conversation, mais nous avons tout de suite vu Mina tendre les bras vers Kit. Il a tenté de la prendre, mais Mère Hawthorn s’est interposée. Elle n’avait pas du tout l’intention de la rendre et ils ont commencé à se disputer. Je voyais à quel point Kit était énervé même s’il essayait de garder son calme. Il n’arrêtait pas de faire non de la tête, presque à chaque fois que Mère Hawthorn prenait la parole.

Bref, ça a duré quelques minutes, puis Mère Hawthorn s’est mise à rire. Elle a tourné la tête (elle nous voyait, évidemment, et s’en moquait) et a claqué des doigts. Kit est tombé à la renverse ; il a fait une pirouette et s’est relevé. Mais des tiges noires émergeaient du sol, s’attaquaient à lui et s’enroulaient autour de ses jambes. Mina criait si fort que nous l’entendions.

- C’en est assez, a rugi Jem.

Il s’apprêtait à traverser la rue, mais Julian a posé une main sur son épaule.

- Attends, lui a-t-il dit.

Nous l’avons tous regardé, interloqués. Tu sais que j’ai une confiance absolue en Julian, mais pendant une seconde, même moi je me suis demandée s’il était devenu fou.

Et ensuite. Et ensuite il y a eu un énooorme bruit. J’ai d’abord cru que c’était un hélicoptère, ou peut-être plusieurs hélicoptères, mais ensuite j’ai compris que non, le bruit était plus étrange que ça… c’était des sabots qui frappaient le ciel. Ils sont passés au-dessus de nous… c’était Gwyn et Diana ! Enfin, c’était toute la Chasse Sauvage, ils étaient plus d’une vingtaine, certains sur des chevaux, d’autres sur des créatures ailées que je n’avais encore jamais vues. Mais à l’avant galopait Gwyn, et Diana était sur un autre cheval derrière lui, ses cheveux flottant au vent.

Diana est descendue en piqué et s’est emparée de Mina dans les bras de Mère Hawthorn. Gwyn la suivait et a saisi Mère Hawthorn d’un bras (ce gars est assez costaud, on dirait) et l’a jetée sur le dos de son cheval. Ça paraissait plutôt dangereux pour Mère Hawthorn, mais bon, on n’a pas beaucoup de sympathie pour les kidnappeuses.

Diana est descendue en piqué (c’est le truc de la Chasse Sauvage, les descentes en piqué, tu te souviens) sur nous, et a délicatement rendue Mina à Jem et Tessa. Puis Diana nous a fait un clin d’œil et est repartie dans le ciel. Elle, Gwyn et le reste de la Chasse Sauvage ont galopé plus vite que je ne le croyais possible. Je pense qu’ils devaient éloigner Mère Hawthorn de nous, ce qui était logique. En un rien de temps, ils avaient disparu dans les nuages.

Je dois dire que le clin d’œil de Diana était vraiment cool. Je me rends compte que ça me manque un peu de faire des trucs cools. Je crois que j’irai dans le jardin avec Cortana ce soir pour sévèrement décapiter des mauvaises herbes.

Enfin bref. Kit nous rejoignait en courant, Tessa pleurait de soulagement et Jem ne quittait pas des yeux l’endroit où la Chasse Sauvage avait disparue. Mina, évidemment, se portait à merveille. Elle répétait « Cheval ! Cheval ! », c’était hilarant, puis Kit est arrivé et l’a cajolée. Julian et moi nous sommes éloignés pour les laisser se retrouver tous les quatre.

Julian avait une de ces expressions sur le visage et j’ai eu une intuition :

- C’était toi, non ? Tu as contacté la Chasse Sauvage ?

Il a haussé les épaules :

- Mère Hawthorn avait dit de ne contacter ni la Cour des Lumières ni celle des Ténèbres, mais la Chasse Sauvage n’appartient à aucune. Ils n’ont prêté allégeance à personne.

- Mère Hawthorn non plus, ai-je répondu. Donc tu as dit quelque chose comme « Fées sauvages, venez récupérer votre amie sauvage, elle devient trop sauvage » ?

- C’était l’idée.

Il a dit ça d’un ton désinvolte, mais je voyais qu’il était fier de lui. Et oui, d’accord, j’étais fier de lui aussi, ce que je lui ai dit.

Sur le chemin du retour, nous avons demandé à Kit ce que Mère Hawthorn lui voulait. Il a expliqué qu’elle voulait lui dire qu’il était le descendant de la première tu-sais-qui (je sais que Kieran t’a parlé de l’héritage elfique de Kit, mais pas de tout, et peu de gens savent) et qu’elle était venue le chercher pour qu’il aille vivre au Royaume des Fées là où était sa place. Il a essayé de lui faire comprendre qu’il n’avait aucune envie de vivre au Royaume des Fées, que sa vie actuelle lui convenait (mais il a dit ça en regardant Jem et Tessa, et je crois qu’il préférait dire « convenir » plutôt que ce qu’il ressent vraiment, qui est bien plus que ça). Elle lui répétait que c’était son destin et son devoir, son avenir le rattrapera bien assez vite s’il ne s’y pliait pas, bla bla bla, des trucs de fées, tu sais comment elles sont. (Oh, ne le prend pas mal si tu lis aussi, Kieran.)

Mais je crois qu’il ne disait pas toute la vérité, parce que Mère Hawthorn s’est donnée beaucoup de mal simplement pour envoyer un tel message. Enfin, elle aurait pu écrire ça sur une carte postale. Ce n’était rien que Kit ne savait pas déjà pour ainsi dire. Je suis certaine qu’elle en a dit davantage que Kit ne souhaite pas révéler, je le voyais à son regard. J’espère qu’il le dira à Jem et Tessa, quand il sera prêt. Au moins, nous pouvons être sûrs que Gwyn fera en sorte que Mère Hawthorn le laisse tranquille… un souci de moins.

Ce sont toutes les nouvelles que j’ai, et je suis tellement soulagée de pouvoir enfin t’en parler. Je suppose que si Kieran veut en savoir plus, il devrait contacter Gwyn. Je crois t’avoir dit tout ce que je sais.

Prends soin de toi, et nous nous reparlerons bientôt. Embrasse K et M pour moi !

Emma

Texte original de Cassandra Clare ©

Traduction d’Eurydice Bluenight ©

Le texte original est à lire ici : https://secretsofblackthornhall.tumblr.com/post/696471730738397184/emma-to-cristina

[ltalaynareor]

À l'âge de 16 ans, j'ai remporté une grande victoire. Ce jour-là, j'ai eu l'impression que je vivrais 100 ans. Aujourd'hui, je sais que n'attendrais pas la trentaine. Vois-tu, il n'appartient à nul d'entre nous de choisir sa fin.

Si une enquête sur la lèpre et l'autorité que pouvait réellement exercer Baudouin IV de Jérusalem en tant que lépreux vous intéresse, vous êtes au bon endroit.

Elle date de 1990, a été publiée dans les Annales et est l'œuvre de Mark Grégory Pegg traduit par Franz Regnot.

[mariacarey544]

Exploring the CE Marking Procedure

The CE mark serves as a vital indicator of compliance for numerous products marketed within the European Economic Area (EEA). It represents adherence to essential safety, health, environmental, and consumer protection standards established by the European Union (EU). Securing the EU CE marking underscores a manufacturer’s dedication to product safety and facilitates seamless market access throughout the EEA. However, navigating the CE Marking Process can be intricate. This article elucidates the steps involved in achieving CE marking compliance.

Understanding CE

CE, derived from the French term Conformité Européenne, translates to “European Conformity.” It denotes that a product meets diverse safety, health, and environmental protection criteria stipulated by the EU. Simply encountering the EU CE marking on a product signifies its assessment and approval for sale and utilization within the European Economic Area (EEA), encompassing EU member states, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway.

Breaking Down the Significance of CE Marking

Safety: The CE marking signifies that products have undergone rigorous assessment and comply with stringent safety regulations mandated by the EU. This ensures they pose minimal risk of injury or harm to consumers.

Health: Additionally, products bearing the CE marking are free from health hazards, adhering to regulations concerning harmful substances, noise levels, and other potential health risks.

Environmental Protection: The CE marking indicates adherence to environmental protection standards established by the EU, encompassing factors such as resource efficiency, waste generation, and potential environmental impact.

Objectives of CE Marking Implementation by the EU

Ensure Consumer Protection: By enabling consumers to identify products meeting essential safety, health, and environmental standards, the CE marking enhances consumer protection.

Facilitate Fair Competition: The CE marking mandates all businesses, irrespective of their origin, to adhere to uniform regulations when marketing products within the EEA, ensuring fair competition.

Simplify the Free Movement of Goods: By establishing a unified set of standards, the CE marking facilitates the seamless movement of products within the EEA, eliminating additional technical barriers encountered in individual member states.

Procedure for Obtaining CE Marking

Navigating the process of obtaining CE marking for your product involves several key steps:

Identifying the Applicable Directive: Begin by identifying the relevant EU Directive(s) that pertain to your product. Each Directive specifies essential requirements for different product categories, such as machinery or Medical Devices Registration EU. Utilize resources like the NANDO database and official EU websites to determine the applicable Directive.

Understanding Essential Requirements: Once you’ve identified the relevant Directive, carefully review the specific requirements outlined within it. These requirements address aspects of product safety, health, and environmental protection. Assess your product against these requirements to ensure compliance.

Determining Conformity Assessment Route: The CE marking process typically involves self-declaration of conformity by the manufacturer. However, depending on the product category and associated risks, involvement of a Notified Body may be mandatory. Consult the Directive to determine the applicable conformity assessment modules and whether independent assessment is required.

Assessing Product Conformity: Conduct thorough assessments to ensure your product meets the essential requirements outlined in the Directive. This may involve various measures, including internal production controls, risk assessments, testing by notified bodies or accredited laboratories, and technical inspections. Document these assessments meticulously for future reference.

Preparing Technical Documentation: Compile comprehensive technical documentation that serves as evidence of your product’s compliance with the essential requirements. This documentation typically includes product descriptions, design and manufacturing specifications, risk assessments, test reports, and technical drawings.

Drafting and Signing the Declaration of Conformity: Create a formal EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC) wherein you declare your product’s compliance with relevant legislation and assume responsibility for its safety. The DoC must be signed by an authorized representative of your company and readily available to authorities.

Affixing the CE Marking: Once you’ve completed the previous steps and are confident in your product’s compliance, affix the CE marking to your product. Ensure the marking is visible, legible, and indelible, signifying your commitment to ongoing product safety throughout its lifecycle.

Is There Any Fee?

Conducting the conformity assessment yourself does not incur any fees. However, if independent assessment by a notified body is required, fees may apply depending on the certification procedure and product complexity.

Additional Considerations

Seeking guidance from notified bodies or specialized consultants can be advantageous, particularly for complex products or if you’re unfamiliar with the CE marking process. Stay updated on regulatory changes, as Directives and standards are periodically revised.

Conclusion

Understanding the CE marking process empowers manufacturers to ensure their products meet necessary safety and regulatory standards for successful market access within the EEA. While this article provides a general overview, always refer to specific Directives and consult relevant resources for comprehensive and up-to-date information.

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[dragonbird505]

EN/AN

Hey there!

As promised, here’s Orion hunter with his companions (all of them are female) : Hoshi the cohoot, Mamorigami the palamute and Fely the Palico. I’ll color this later and I’ll add more drawings of him with his weapon. He also has face paints : a blue flame on his left eye and a yellow claw mark on his nose. He also has a scar across his face and his chest (hidden by the bandage he often wears) he got when he fought Ibushi and Narwa when she became the Allmother.

For a little bit more, read down below:

Orion started his training with his best friend Utsushi at Kamura at a very young age and became a hunter when he turned around 15 years old. He’d take on missions with Reverto, Hinoa and Minoto most of the time but also with riders from Mahana and Rutoh he was close to like Kayna and Alwin.

His favorite weapon is the long sword even though he’s willing to use any weapon depending on the situation. He met Fely at Kamura when she came to deliver some message from the Royal scriveners and she stayed with him ever since. Mamorigami and Hoshi are both born in Kamura and they loved Orion the moment they saw him so they became part of his team as well.

Orion may be a hunter, but he doesn’t slay them as often as you’d expect. He’d rather capture them and kills them only if necessary.

Here you go, I’ll go into more detail later.

Hope you enjoy 😊.

Note : Orion, Hoshi, Mamorigami and Fely are my OCs. The world of Monstee hunter and its characters and animals belongs to Capcom.

FR/FR

Hello !

Comme promis, voici un dessin d’Orion en tant que chasseur avec ses compagnons (ce toutes des filles) : Hoshi l’hibouette, Mamorigami le chumskt et Fely le palico. Je colorierais ça plus tard et j’y ajouterais d’autres dessins où il utilise son arme. Il a des peintures faciales : une flamme bleue sur son œil gauche et une marque de griffe jaune sur son nez. Il a aussi une cicatrice lui traversant le visage et le torse (cette dernière étant caché par le bandage qu’il porte souvent) qu’il a eu lors du dernier combat contre Ibushi et Narwa quand elle est devenue la Mère de tous.

Pour plus de détails, voir ci-dessous :

Orion a commencé à s’entraîner dés son plus jeune âge avec son meilleur ami Utsushi à Kamura et il est devenu chasseur à l’âge de 15 ans. Il a fait de nombreuses quêtes avec Reverto, Hinoa et Minoto la plupart du temps mais aussi avec des riders de Mahana ou encore de Rutoh dont il était proche comme Kayna et Alwin.

Son arme préférée est la longue épée/le katana mais il est près à utiliser n’importe quelle arme selon la situation. Il a rencontré Fely à Kamura quand cette dernière est venue délivrée un message venant des Scribes Royaux et elle est restée avec lui depuis. Hoshi et Mamorigami sont toutes les deux nées à Kamura et ont adorées le jeune chasseur dés qu’elle l’ont vu. Elles ont donc très vite rejoins son équipe.

Orion est peut être un chasseur, mais il n’extermine pas autant de monstres qu’il n’y parait. Il préfère les capturer et ne les tue que si nécessaire.

Et voilà, j’irais plus dans les détails plus tard.

En espérant que ça vous plaise 😊.

Note : Orion, Hoshi, Mamorigami et Fely sont mes personnages. Les monde de Monster Hunter, ses personnages et créatures appartient à Capcom.

[covna]

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Global technology and customer service are crucial to COVNA's success. COVNA boasts an independent technology research and development center, pioneering in the industry by obtaining the TS (pressure pipeline component manufacturing license), explosion-proof electrical production license, CE (EU safety mark), TÜV (German Rhine certification), SGS (internationally recognized inspection, identification, testing, and certification agency), and other essential quality and certification systems. Additionally, COVNA holds over 40 core invention and design patents, ensuring that its automation solutions meet global quality standards.

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[lepartidelamort]

L’OTAN (les juifs) nomment son nouveau BOSS (larbin) : le Macron hollandais

Le Macron néerlandais est à la tête de l’OTAN.

C’est très mauvais signe.

France 24 :

Il était le dernier candidat toujours en lice pour diriger l’Organisation du traité de l’Atlantique Nord. Les 32 pays de l’Otan ont nommé, mercredi 26 juin, le Premier ministre néerlandais Mark Rutte comme prochain secrétaire général, dans un moment crucial pour l’Alliance alors que la Russie poursuit sa guerre en Ukraine. Mark Rutte, 57 ans, prendra ses fonctions à la tête de l’Otan le 1er octobre, en remplacement du Norvégien Jens Stoltenberg, en poste depuis dix ans. « Je me réjouis vivement que les alliés de l’Otan aient choisi Mark Rutte pour me succéder », a déclaré ce dernier. « Mark est un véritable transatlantiste, un dirigeant fort et un bâtisseur de consensus. Je lui souhaite beaucoup de succès alors que nous continuons à renforcer l’Otan pour relever les défis d’aujourd’hui et de demain. Je sais que je laisse l’Otan entre de bonnes mains », a-t-il ajouté.

C’est affreux. Atroce.

Horrible.

Effrayant aussi.

Mark Rutte a réagi sur le réseau X à sa nomination, en affirmant notamment qu’il prend pas cette responsabilité « à la légère ». Il a également exprimé sa reconnaissance envers les Alliés « qui lui font confiance ».

C’est un immense honneur pour moi d’être nommé secrétaire général de l’OTAN. L’Alliance est et restera la pierre angulaire de notre sécurité collective. Diriger cette organisation est une responsabilité que je ne prends pas à la légère. Je suis reconnaissant à tous les Alliés de m’avoir accordé leur confiance. Je me réjouis de prendre mes fonctions avec beaucoup de vigueur en octobre, en tant que successeur de @jensstoltenberg qui a dirigé l’OTAN de manière remarquable au cours des dix dernières années et pour qui j’ai toujours eu une grande admiration.

La nomination de Mark Rutte, scellée par les ambassadeurs de l’Otan lors d’une réunion au siège de l’Alliance à Bruxelles, n’était plus qu’une formalité après le retrait de la candidature du président roumain Klaus Iohannis, la semaine dernière. Le chef du gouvernement néerlandais, en affaires courantes depuis la victoire électorale de l’extrême droite aux Pays-Bas en novembre, avait annoncé, il y a près d’un an, qu’il se retirerait après les législatives anticipées, prévues à l’automne. Il devrait quitter ses fonctions le 2 juillet après la prestation de serment du nouveau gouvernement néerlandais prévue à cette date. Le président américain Joe Biden et ses homologues l’accueilleront officiellement à leur table lors d’un sommet qui se tiendra à Washington du 9 au 11 juillet. Sa nomination a été immédiatement saluée par la présidence ukrainienne. « Votre leadership et votre attachement aux principes démocratiques sont cruciaux pour notre avenir commun », a écrit le chef de l’administration présidentielle ukrainienne Andriï Iermak.

Quand on parle de mauvaise nouvelle, on parle vraiment de mauvaise nouvelle.

Entre le maintien de Von der Leyen, la nomination de la folle estonienne Kallas et ce névrosé hollandais, nous sommes mûrs pour la catastrophe. Toute la machine de guerre est prêtre pour le pire.

Si nous avons deux mois avons le cataclysme, ce sera miraculeux.

Démocratie Participative

[isoghana1]

What is ensuring product protection for CE Mark Certification in Ghana?

What is ensuring product protection for CE Mark Certification in Ghana?

CE Mark certification in Ghana, ensuring product protection and compliance with international requirements is vital for producers and exporters searching for proper entry into all over the world markets. 

The CE Mark certification serves as a key indicator of conformity with European Union (EU) pointers, facilitating the market right of entry to the European Economic Area (EEA). This manual explores the importance of CE Mark certification in Ghana and outlines the steps for groups to benefit from compliance.

What is Collaring CE Mark Certification in Ghana?

The CE Mark certification in Ghana is an essential conformity marking for favourable products supplied within the European Economic Area (EEA). It is a way for a product to meet the critical health, protection, and environmental requirements stated in applicable EU directives and guidelines. 

While CE Mark certification in Ghana isn’t always legally required in Ghana, it’s far often sought by producers and exporters looking to get the right of entry to the worthwhile European marketplace and display compliance with global requirements.

The Miracles of CE Mark Certification in Ghana:

CE Mark certification in Ghana offers numerous benefits for corporations taking walks in Ghana. They are :

Access to the European Market: CE Mark certification in Ghana permits merchandise to be freely marketed and furnished in the European Economic Area (EEA), which comprises the EU member states and Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway.

Increased Market Opportunities: By obtaining CE Mark certification in Ghana, Ghanaian manufacturers and exporters can access a sizable consumer market of over 500 million humans inside the EEA, growing their enterprise opportunities and functionality for the boom.

Enhanced Consumer Confidence: The CE Mark certification in Ghana is appreciably recognized as a photo of product protection and compliance with stringent EU tips, enhancing purchaser self-perception and receiving as proper inside the fantastic protection of certified merchandise.

Competitive Advantage: CE Mark certification in Ghana differentiates licensed merchandise from non-certified contrary numbers, presenting an aggressive location inside the marketplace and developing the danger of success within the EEA marketplace.

Streamlined Compliance: Achieving CE Mark certification in Ghana streamlines compliance with EU regulatory requirements, reducing the need for multiple countrywide certifications and facilitating proper access to multiple EEA global places with a single certification.

The Process CE Mark Certification in Ghana:

While CE Mark certification in Ghana is not compulsory in Ghana, businesses looking to export merchandise to the European market will have to examine the key steps to accumulate compliance:

Determine Applicability: Identify whether or not the product falls within the scope of EU directives and suggestions requiring CE Mark certification. Products, including gadgets, electric devices, toys, and production merchandise, have CE marking requirements.

Conduct Product Assessment: Assess the product against applicable EU directives and recommendations to determine the relevant conformity evaluation techniques, necessities, and requirements for CE Mark certification in Ghana.

Engage a Notified Body: Depending on the product’s beauty and relevant directives, companies can be required to interact with a notified body, conventionally in the manner of an EU member country, to conduct conformity evaluation strategies and hassle the essential certification.

Perform Conformity Assessment: Follow the prescribed conformity evaluation strategies, which may also embody finding out, documentation assessment, brilliant management tool assessment, and inspection of the producing method, as unique in the relevant EU directives.

Compile Technical Documentation: Prepare complete technical documentation demonstrating compliance with applicable EU directives and regulations alongside product specifications, test opinions, danger assessments, and a conformity evaluation certificate.

Affix the CE Mark: Once CE Mark certification is obtained, affix the CE Mark certification in Ghana to the product or its packaging, determined through relevant identity information that embodies the selection and deals with the producer or importer and the notified frame’s identification range (if applicable).

Declare Conformity: Issue a Declaration of Conformity (DoC) asserting that the product complies with all applicable EU directives and hints and make it available to relevant government and stakeholders upon request.

Maintain Compliance: Ensure ongoing compliance with EU regulatory necessities by tracking modifications in relevant directives and policies, periodic evaluations of product conformity, and proper addressing of non-compliance issues.

While  isn’t legally required in Ghana, organizations exporting products to the European marketplace must adhere to EU regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and access to the EEA market.

Conclusion:

While CE Mark certification in Ghana is not obligatory in Ghana, it is valuable for businesses seeking to export products to the European marketplace. By obtaining CE Mark certification, Ghanaian manufacturers and exporters can demonstrate compliance with stringent EU regulatory necessities, gain access to the massive EEA marketplace, and ensure client self-guarantee in the safety and quality of their merchandise. 

Through cautious assessment, engagement with notified our our our our bodies, and adherence to conformity assessment techniques, corporations can navigate the CE Mark certification approach successfully and lose up new opportunities for boom and boom in the worldwide market.

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