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Injuries, Suffocation Childcare articles and children's equipment Serious risk

was recalled on 13 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0648/06. Injuries, Suffocation risk reported by Spain. his product poses a risk of suffocation and a child's fingers, extremities and head becoming trapped due to the dimensions of the accessible openings.

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Alert Number0648/06
CategoryChildcare articles and children's equipment
Risk TypeInjuries, Suffocation
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginItaly
Published13 October 2006

Risk Description

his product poses a risk of suffocation and a child's fingers, extremities and head becoming trapped due to the dimensions of the accessible openings. In particular, the product contains the following non-compliances with the relevant standard EN 12221:- in access zone I (space within the baby's reach) there are openings accessible with a depth of more than 10 mm, into which a gauge of 5 mm diameter will fit contrary to 12 mm. This means that a child could insert a finger into these openings and get it trapped;- in access zone I there are openings accessible into which a cone of 65 mm diameter will fit, which means that there is a risk of the child's head, neck and torso becoming trapped; - in access zone II (space beyond the baby's reach) the test head fits through completely, but test head 2 does not fit through completely;- the labelling is defective.As the product is intended for very small children (babies), it poses a serious risk.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Changing unit with bath “BREVI”.Type/model: COD 577 FLIPPER.Description: Changing unit with bath and a basket for objects underneath. The label is marked: ART. 577. Modelo FLIPPER, color 028. Conforme AUX EXIGENCES DE SECURITÉ, 1. plegado ocupa el mínimo espacio. 2. puede ser superpuesto al bidé, along with manufacturer's details.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries, suffocation hazard related to .

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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