UKFT Compliance 101: EU GPSR Focus

Join us for UKFT’s Focus Webinar on the EU GPSR (General Product Safety Regulations), the first session in our Compliance 101 Series. This webinar is designed to provide businesses in the fashion and textile industry with an in-depth overview of the EU GPSR, detailing the obligations for the UK fashion and textile industry and how to effectively implement these requirements into your business.

Register now: UKFT members contact info@ukft.org to register for free

What is included?

• Overview of the EU GPSR: Understand the regulations that became effective on 13 December 2024.
• Comparison with GPSD: Learn the key differences between the new EU GPSR and its predecessor, the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD).
• Sector-specific obligations: Discover the new requirements for the fashion and textile sector.
• EUAR requirements: Find out what is expected of your EU Authorised Representative (EUAR).
• Technical files and risk assessments: Guidance on what to include in your documentation.
• Marketplace responsibilities: Understand your obligations when selling products.
• Consequences of non-compliance: Learn about potential repercussions for failing to meet EU GPSR requirements.
• Exemptions: Identify the exemptions to the EU GPSR.

This session will provide a thorough overview, ensuring you have the necessary information to implement EU GPSR obligations within your business. The webinar will conclude with an open Q&A session, allowing you to engage with UKFT and get your questions answered.

Who should attend?

Compliance teams, sustainability teams, product development etc at brands, retailers, suppliers and manufacturers.

• UKFT Members: Free of charge
• Non-Members: Not Available

If you are a UKFT member, this webinar is a valuable opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the requirements for selling products in the EU following the implementation of the EU GPSR on 13 December 2024.

COMPLIANCE 101

Welcome to UKFT’s Compliance 101 Series. We are excited to introduce this series, designed to support and guide businesses in the UK fashion and textile industry through the landscape of regulatory requirements. This series includes webinars, accompanied by detailed guides and resources, aimed at helping you understand and navigate the standards and regulations affecting our sector.

Each webinar session will outline the topic, provide practical insights and offer actionable steps to help you implement these practices within your business. The webinars will include an open Q&A session, allowing you to engage with UKFT and industry experts to get your specific questions answered. Alongside the webinars, we will provide guides and resources that provide detail about the regulations. These materials will cover regulatory standards, explain the regulations impacting the UK fashion and textile industry and offer guidance on the obligations for your business, including what you need to comply with and when. Additionally, we will provide practical advice to help you implement compliance measures effectively.

Our goal is to offer practical support that facilitates the implementation of compliance strategies. The accompanying guides and resources are designed to ensure UKFT members have the tools and information needed to meet regulatory requirements. Throughout the series, we will feature organisations that provide services to support or manage compliance with regulations. These organisations will be recommended for their expertise and may also participate as speakers, sharing their insights and offering advice.