Cam for use in rock climbing
Injuries Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0195/11 |
| Brand | TOTEM |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Spain |
| Model Number | Models: Totem Cam 0.65, Totem Cam 0.80, Totem Cam 1.00, Totem Cam 1.25, Totem Cam 1.50. |
| Published | 4 March 2011 |
Risk Description
null The product poses a risk of injuries because it has reduced holding power due to excessively hard surface finishing on the parts that act against the rock. This defect may render the product incapable of performing its function of arresting a fall.The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Directive 89/686/EEC and Standard EN 12276.
Product Description
A cam used by expert mountaineers to secure themselves.