The directives 85/374/EC on the product liability of defective products and 2006/42/EC relating to machinery continue to be fit for purpose for emerging digital technologies and innovative products, the European Commission concluded following an assessment, the results of which were published by the Commission on Monday 7 May.
The “machinery” directive sets out the general health and safety requirements for products such as robots and 3D printers. Manufacturers will decide upon the...