Aluminium Step Ladder
Aluminium Step Ladder was recalled on 8 July 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00967/22. Injuries risk reported by Latvia. The ladder does not have sufficient mechanical strength and can bend during use.
| Alert Number | A12/00967/22 |
| Brand | ATM® (ATES MADENI ESYA SAN. TIC. LTD. STI.) |
| Category | Hand tools |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | Türkiye |
| Model Number | 202195, ATM-200 |
| Published | 8 July 2022 |
Risk Description
The ladder does not have sufficient mechanical strength and can bend during use. During loading, the steps and platform bend strongly. A user could fall and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 131-1 and 131-2.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 26/01/2022
Product Description
Aluminium step ladder with 2 steps and platform.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Aluminium Step 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.