Aluminium Household Ladder
Aluminium Household Ladder was recalled on 22 January 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0065/16. Injuries risk reported by Latvia. The feet of the ladder may easily detach.
| Alert Number | A12/0065/16 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 22 January 2016 |
Risk Description
The feet of the ladder may easily detach. Moreover, the ladder is not sufficiently resistant to load, which may cause it to break. Finally, the tread spacing and the distance between the platform and the knee rail are too small. This may cause the user to fall and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 131.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 21/12/2015Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 21/12/2015
Product Description
Aluminium step ladder with 3 steps and a platform, sold in a transparent polyethylene packaging.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Aluminium Household Ladder.
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.