Child safety gate
Child safety gate was recalled on 23 December 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1753/16. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by The Netherlands. The gaps between the bars are too large.
| Alert Number | A12/1753/16 |
| Brand | A-Safety |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Model Number | APS 25 – 735 – 900 mm; product number AA32112-A; and AA32342-A |
| Published | 23 December 2016 |
Risk Description
The gaps between the bars are too large. A crawling child could try to pass his legs or torso between the bars, leaving the head blocked, which could cause respiratory difficulties or strangulation. In addition, the safety gate is not sufficiently high: a child can climb over it and fall.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1930.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 05/12/2016
Product Description
Metal safety gate supplied in a cardboard packaging.
⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Child safety gate.
About this risk
Injuries: 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. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Injuries: 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. Strangulation: Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.