Businesses are advised to recall to avoid influx of public liability claims

When it comes to safety and product liability, from the view point of the manufacturer it is debateable whether there is ever a good time for a recall. Of course the sooner that any faulty products are recalled and are out of consumers' reach, the less risk there is of a business having a product liability claim made against them. However, sometimes the cost alone of having to manage a recall can lead to the downfall of a company.

One way in which businesses can trip at the first hurdle is by importing goods and relying heavily upon manufacturing from suppliers abroad who have only given their word that adequate quality control tests have been carried out. Being misled at this stage could lead to a string of personal injuries and resulting product liability claims being sought.

There is always a risk that a recall will have a negative impact on a business and experts have advised that carrying out a risk assessment from stage one could help to reduce these chances greatly. BBC Business News makes the following suggestions:

Check terms of supplier agreements and make sure that quality controls are in place

Fully understand your insurance arrangements

Check compliance with legislation and industry standards governing product safety in all countries where the product is marketed. In the event of any uncertainty, seek legal advice.

Check all instructions and warnings on products

Be aware of all technological developments, monitor complaints and make sure that all safety issues are followed up and documented

In preparation for the event of a recall, establish a major incident plan to be implemented

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