Buoyant aids for swimming instruction
Buoyant aids for swimming instruction was recalled on 20 December 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/03693/24. Drowning risk reported by Austria. The product lacks the necessary instructions of use and warnings about active supervision.
| Alert Number | A12/03693/24 |
| Brand | Limmys |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Lim00BM |
| Published | 20 December 2024 |
Risk Description
The product lacks the necessary instructions of use and warnings about active supervision. Moreover, the crotch buckle can be easily opened. This can result in drowning. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 13138-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 01/12/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 01/12/2024Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 01/12/2024
Product Description
1.5 mm neoprene swim vest of medium size, intended for children between two and five years. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0824TKNXR).
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Buoyant aids for swimming instruction .
About this risk
This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.
Recommended action
Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.