VDE Online Seminars

The topic of product compliance is a serious issue for companies. Not only since the tightening of market surveillance in July 2021 and in view of the many new legislative proposals in 2023/2024, it offers a multitude of unpleasant surprises and should be at the top of the agenda for manufacturing and distribution companies. At the start of the VDE event series Product Compliance from 360°, Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany, explains what the topic of product compliance is all about and what needs to be taken into account. The basics of product liability and product safety are conveyed, but the consequences are also discussed. In addition to warranty claims and claims for damages from product liability, there is a risk of heavy fines and penalties, as well as unpleasant measures from the market surveillance authorities. And there is also trouble from competitors. What you need to pay attention to in order to make your company crisis-proof is the subject of this introductory event. Ulrich Becker will also place the topics in the context of current legislative proposals (such as the Product Safety Ordinance, Machinery Ordinance or the new Product Liability Directive).

In the further course of the follow-up dates for the VDE event series "Product Compliance viewed from 360°", these basics will be explored step by step. For example, we will deal with marking and labeling issues, with questions of quality assurance and production monitoring, customs, market monitoring, address the topic of AI and discuss what happens if, despite everything, things do not "go well", i.e. a product recall or warning is pending. Using practical examples, we will explain how you must react, how a RAPEX analysis is carried out and how best to communicate with the authorities.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

The topic of product compliance is a serious issue for companies. Not only since the tightening of market surveillance in July 2021 and in view of the many new legislative proposals in 2023/2024, it offers a multitude of unpleasant surprises and should be at the top of the agenda for manufacturing and distribution companies. At the start of the VDE event series Product Compliance from 360°, Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany, explains what the topic of product compliance is all about and what needs to be taken into account. The basics of product liability and product safety are conveyed, but the consequences are also discussed. In addition to warranty claims and claims for damages from product liability, there is a risk of heavy fines and penalties, as well as unpleasant measures from the market surveillance authorities. And there is also trouble from competitors. What you need to pay attention to in order to make your company crisis-proof is the subject of this introductory event. Ulrich Becker will also place the topics in the context of current legislative proposals (such as the Product Safety Ordinance, Machinery Ordinance or the new Product Liability Directive).

In the further course of the follow-up dates for the VDE event series "Product Compliance viewed from 360°", these basics will be explored step by step. For example, we will deal with marking and labeling issues, with questions of quality assurance and production monitoring, customs, market monitoring, address the topic of AI and discuss what happens if, despite everything, things do not "go well", i.e. a product recall or warning is pending. Using practical examples, we will explain how you must react, how a RAPEX analysis is carried out and how best to communicate with the authorities.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

As part of the VDE event series "Product Compliance viewed from 360", Günter Uhl, Managing Director of ProductIP Germany, will provide an insight into the various labeling requirements for products and also provide updates on future regulations such as the digital product passport, QR code or electronic address.

What is on the packaging, the product or in the operating instructions is easy for everyone to check and is, in a sense, the calling card of a product. The authorities have also investigated that products with incorrect labeling are proven to fail the relevant product requirements for safety, EMC or chemical requirements more often. If you don't want to be the "low hanging fruit" for the authorities, you should be there.

Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany, will also provide information on the legal framework for labeling and other product requirements.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

As part of the VDE event series "Product Compliance viewed from 360", Günter Uhl, Managing Director of ProductIP Germany, will provide an insight into the various labeling requirements for products and also provide updates on future regulations such as the digital product passport, QR code or electronic address.

What is on the packaging, the product or in the operating instructions is easy for everyone to check and is, in a sense, the calling card of a product. The authorities have also investigated that products with incorrect labeling are proven to fail the relevant product requirements for safety, EMC or chemical requirements more often. If you don't want to be the "low hanging fruit" for the authorities, you should be there.

Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany, will also provide information on the legal framework for labeling and other product requirements.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

Extended producer responsibility (EPR - including WEEE/ElektroG, Batt-VO, VerpackG) is a decisive factor for compliant market access.
As a specific "sub-niche" of product compliance, the EPR includes, among other things, (additional) product & packaging requirements, labeling and information obligations, registration obligations, take-back obligations and waste prevention measures. But correct, available and applicable data also play a central role. All of these aspects must be mastered so that products can be offered or placed on the market in a member state.

In this webinar, we will take a close look at the EPR and learn to understand it: from its basic principles, through its dimensions, roles and requirements, to corresponding implementation strategies.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

Extended producer responsibility (EPR - including WEEE/ElektroG, Batt-VO, VerpackG) is a decisive factor for compliant market access.
As a specific "sub-niche" of product compliance, the EPR includes, among other things, (additional) product & packaging requirements, labeling and information obligations, registration obligations, take-back obligations and waste prevention measures. But correct, available and applicable data also play a central role. All of these aspects must be mastered so that products can be offered or placed on the market in a member state.

In this webinar, we will take a close look at the EPR and learn to understand it: from its basic principles, through its dimensions, roles and requirements, to corresponding implementation strategies.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

When does a product meet the requirements of RoHS, REACH, POP, and the Battery Ordinance?

A wide range of regulatory requirements regarding chemical product safety must be met when placing electrical products on the market. The person placing the product on the market is responsible for ensuring that the products meet the regulatory requirements and that the production processes and supply chains are monitored. A lot of detailed work has to be done because not all stages of the supply chain always have to meet the standard requirements and additional requirements are regularly added, such as stricter limit values. At the same time, the supervisory authorities are showing increased activity. What tools and methods are available in the field of product testing and what current developments are there?

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

When does a product meet the requirements of RoHS, REACH, POP, and the Battery Ordinance?

A wide range of regulatory requirements regarding chemical product safety must be met when placing electrical products on the market. The person placing the product on the market is responsible for ensuring that the products meet the regulatory requirements and that the production processes and supply chains are monitored. A lot of detailed work has to be done because not all stages of the supply chain always have to meet the standard requirements and additional requirements are regularly added, such as stricter limit values. At the same time, the supervisory authorities are showing increased activity. What tools and methods are available in the field of product testing and what current developments are there?

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

After a product has been developed and qualified, the technical documentation is created, including labels on the packaging and product. During subsequent production at locations that are often distributed globally, it must be ensured that the product corresponds to the qualified and documented status. Risks arise, particularly when purchasing a commercial product, which must be minimized. The LkSG (Supply Chain Due Diligence Act) creates new requirements for monitoring suppliers in the supply chain. And here, too, we offer solutions in connection with due diligence and documentation obligations through supplier audits.

The entire pre-shipment inspection process is digitized using the VDE Inspection Management System (IMS). Inspections can be conveniently booked and managed online. The status of each process can be viewed continuously in real time.

In the presentation, Daniel Röhrs, Managing Director China, will present various options for production monitoring. Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany, will also provide information on the legal framework for production requirements.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

After a product has been developed and qualified, the technical documentation is created, including labels on the packaging and product. During subsequent production at locations that are often distributed globally, it must be ensured that the product corresponds to the qualified and documented status. Risks arise, particularly when purchasing a commercial product, which must be minimized. The LkSG (Supply Chain Due Diligence Act) creates new requirements for monitoring suppliers in the supply chain. And here, too, we offer solutions in connection with due diligence and documentation obligations through supplier audits.

The entire pre-shipment inspection process is digitized using the VDE Inspection Management System (IMS). Inspections can be conveniently booked and managed online. The status of each process can be viewed continuously in real time.

In the presentation, Daniel Röhrs, Managing Director China, will present various options for production monitoring. Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany, will also provide information on the legal framework for production requirements.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

The AI Act will essentially come into force in April 2026 and must be implemented for the applications covered by it by then. This causes many companies to fear that they will face a repeat of the often chaotic situation experienced in 2018 with the GDPR. In this webinar, we will highlight a very important difference: In contrast to the GDPR, the AI Act will have so-called "harmonized standards" that describe a non-binding but legally secure way to comply with the AI Act. We explain the mechanism and give tips on what companies can prepare for today.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

The AI Act will essentially come into force in April 2026 and must be implemented for the applications covered by it by then. This causes many companies to fear that they will face a repeat of the often chaotic situation experienced in 2018 with the GDPR. In this webinar, we will highlight a very important difference: In contrast to the GDPR, the AI Act will have so-called "harmonized standards" that describe a non-binding but legally secure way to comply with the AI Act. We explain the mechanism and give tips on what companies can prepare for today.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

• Everyone knows about customs at airports. Controlling international travel is only a small part of the extremely diverse range of customs tasks. Find out more about the diverse range of tasks and the involvement of customs in the area of product safety.
• 8467 2210 000 - The customs code number for... ? Chainsaws! How do you actually determine the "correct" customs tariff number? What is the significance of the HS code worldwide?
• Fake VDE and CE markings - How does customs detect counterfeits?

In our online seminar, we will examine these practical customs questions in the context of product safety.

Our speakers are Claudia Sicken, lawyer at CMS Germany and former customs officer, and Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

• Everyone knows about customs at airports. Controlling international travel is only a small part of the extremely diverse range of customs tasks. Find out more about the diverse range of tasks and the involvement of customs in the area of product safety.
• 8467 2210 000 - The customs code number for... ? Chainsaws! How do you actually determine the "correct" customs tariff number? What is the significance of the HS code worldwide?
• Fake VDE and CE markings - How does customs detect counterfeits?

In our online seminar, we will examine these practical customs questions in the context of product safety.

Our speakers are Claudia Sicken, lawyer at CMS Germany and former customs officer, and Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

A number of different requirements are placed on the placing of electronic and electrical items on the market. The legal minimum requirements are diverse and spread across various horizontal and vertical legal acts.

Not only the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, the Directive 2014/30/EU on electromagnetic compatibility or the Directive 2014/53/EU for radio equipment must be observed. The chemical requirements of the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, the REACH Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 and the POP Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 must also be observed. Last but not least, economic operators must also keep the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) in mind before placing the item on the market.

A new addition is Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 on batteries and waste batteries, which introduces many new requirements and challenges for companies over a timeline.

Our seminar provides an overview of the diverse (new) requirements and new challenges in the context of electrical items and provides practical advice.

Your speakers are Sebastian Jockusch, Managing Director of fox compliance GmbH and Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.

A number of different requirements are placed on the placing of electronic and electrical items on the market. The legal minimum requirements are diverse and spread across various horizontal and vertical legal acts.

Not only the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, the Directive 2014/30/EU on electromagnetic compatibility or the Directive 2014/53/EU for radio equipment must be observed. The chemical requirements of the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, the REACH Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 and the POP Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 must also be observed. Last but not least, economic operators must also keep the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) in mind before placing the item on the market.

A new addition is Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 on batteries and waste batteries, which introduces many new requirements and challenges for companies over a timeline.

Our seminar provides an overview of the diverse (new) requirements and new challenges in the context of electrical items and provides practical advice.

Your speakers are Sebastian Jockusch, Managing Director of fox compliance GmbH and Dr. Ulrich Becker, lawyer at CMS Germany.

We look forward to your participation in our free online seminar.