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Team Member Tuesday - Julie Burke

Beth Mack • April 1, 2022

Team Member Tuesday with Julie Burke!

Today we are celebrating our Regional Manager, Julie Burke. Thank you for the important work you are doing to save children from accidental poisoning...you are making a difference.

How long have you worked for BDMG?

I have worked for BDMG for one year. So far it has been a great experience for my co-worker, Debbie, and me. A big 'shout out' to Lisa and Kevin Barton for traveling to Phoenix, AZ in 2021 to train us and get us started.

Tell us a little bit about your family.

My husband, Dave, and I have been married for 30 years this July. We are originally from Illinois but lived in Indiana for seven years before moving to Phoenix, AZ in 2020.

We have three children:

Shelby, our oldest, graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Nutrition & Dietetics. She got married in 2020 and now lives in Littleton, CO with her husband, Kyle, and dog, Nova.
Nicholas graduated from the University of Alabama with a Mechanical Engineering degree. he lives in Mountain View, CA, and works as a Space Systems Engineer for Lockheed Martin.
Emily, our youngest, graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Nursing. She lives in Indianapolis, IN, and works at University Hospital. Emily is getting married in November 2022.
Our family dog, Mocha, is a 13-year-old chocolate labrador retriever.

What are some of your hobbies?

My hobbies include reading, crafts, knitting, hiking, and traveling to see my kids.

What is your favorite quote?

"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony." ~Gandhi

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?

With our 30th Anniversary coming up in July, Dave and I are planning a trip to Maine. We've never been and are looking forward to taking in the sights, hiking in Acadia, and eating our fill of lobster.

What is your dream for retirement?

When we moved to Phoenix, AZ, I retired from teaching elementary school. Retirement for me always looked like living someplace warm, having the freedom to travel, and volunteering in some capacity. I see BDMG as a huge bonus to my retirement...I travel around this new state I live in, I get to work and meet new people all the time, and I am helping to keep children safe.

Do you have a favorite non-profit or organization that you like to volunteer for or support?

Our daughter, Emily, is a Type 1 Diabetic so as a family we have always supported JDRF.

What is the funniest situation you have run into while doing child-resistant package testing?

The funniest situation Debbie and I have experienced so far was working with a 4-year-old little boy. He told us that he and his dad liked 5 things...of course, we asked him to share the 5 things they both liked. His response was - football, trucks, my mom, guns, and pizza. We still laugh thinking about him rattling off those 5 things in such a serious voice.

Julie, thank you for sharing your story! We appreciate your giving us a peek into your life and why you are such a special member of our team! Enjoy the exploration of your new state!

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How the PPPA Determined Children's Ages for Testing Child-Resistant Packaging

By Mark Perkins • November 19, 2024

The Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA), enacted in 1970, is one of the cornerstones of child safety regulations in the United States. Its primary goal is to prevent children from accessing hazardous household substances like medications, household chemicals, and other toxic products. As part of this initiative, the law requires certain products to be packaged in child-resistant containers. The question is: how did the government determine the specific age ranges of children who should be tested for these packaging requirements?

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Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970

By Mark Perkins • November 4, 2024

The Poison Prevention Packaging Act: A Milestone in Child Safety

Child-Resistant...Not Child-Proof

By Mark Perkins • October 17, 2024

Dispelling the Myth: Why There is No Such Thing as Child-Proof Packaging. In the realm of product safety, particularly concerning items like medications, household cleaners, and chemicals, the term "child-proof packaging" is commonly used. However, despite its widespread usage, the concept of truly child-proof packaging is a misnomer. We will delve into why there's no such thing as completely child-proof packaging and what measures can be taken to enhance child safety.

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Protecting Our Little Ones: The Importance of Child-Resistant Packaging in Preventing Accidental Poisoning

By Mark Perkins • October 17, 2024

Every year, thousands of children under the age of five face serious health risks due to unintentional poisonings. This article will review the statistics, explain how child-resistant packaging works, and detail how parents can help keep their children safe from accidental poisoning.

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Evolution of Child-Resistant Testing Protocols for Adult-Use Effectiveness

By Mark Perkins • June 5, 2024

Our test proctors administering adult-use package testing are often asked, “Why are you only testing adults 50-70 years of age?” Here’s the story behind that decision. When the U.S. Congress passed the Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970 (PPPA), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) required child-resistant packaging for specific drugs and household chemicals that could harm children. Package manufacturers developed and introduced new child-resistant packaging to comply with the requirements. Per the PPPA, the specialty packaging required certification that they were child-resistant. At the time, the adult-use effectiveness portion of the package test protocols included adult test subjects 18-45 years of age, a significant change from our current adult-use effectiveness subjects who are 50-70.

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What Does It Mean To Be ISO 17025 Accredited?

By Mark Perkins • April 10, 2024

As the world leader in child-resistant and senior-friendly package testing, Bird Dog Marketing Group considers ISO 17025 accreditation an essential requirement for all testing laboratories, and this is why we choose to be audited for accreditation annually. Our global customers have the assurance that they can trust the results we provide to them on every test.

BDMG Celebrating 55 Years of Child-Resistant Package Testing

By Beth Mack • February 13, 2024

BDMG is proud to celebrate 55 years of child-resistant package testing, continuing Gene Miller's legacy of saving children's lives from accidental poisoning. Many things have changed since the passage of the Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970, but the dedication of our team and our clients to working together in the testing of child-resistant packaging has remained the same.

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CHILD SAFETY AND PROTECTION INFORMATION

By Beth Mack • February 2, 2023

Here is a great resource for tips on protecting your children and grandchildren from accidental poisoning, choking, burns, and other household hazards. It's a reminder of how quickly a child's ability to access potentially harmful situations changes and the need to always be one step ahead! #childsafety #childsafetyandprotectionmonth https://www.safekids.org/safetytips