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Children's small stool

Cuts, Injuries Furniture Serious risk

Children's small stool was recalled on 30 March 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0301/07. Cuts, Injuries risk reported by Greece. This product poses a risk of:- injuries because it fails the stability test with forward overturn after application of horizontal force of 5.

Photo of recalled product: Children's small stool
Alert Number0301/07
BrandUnknown
CategoryFurniture
Risk TypeCuts, Injuries
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published30 March 2007

Risk Description

This product poses a risk of:- injuries because it fails the stability test with forward overturn after application of horizontal force of 5.3N whereas a stool should not overturn with horizontal force below 20N;- injuries because it fails the endurance test with forward static load as one wooden leg unnails after application of a horizontal force of 29N;- cuts because the edges of the stool at the points of connection underneath the seat are not rounded. The product does not comply with the relevant European standards EN-1728, EN-1022 and ENV-12520.One accident has been reported without serious injuries.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from the market by the distributor.A press release has been issuedDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The product was given as a promotion gift with baby nappies packs.

🩸 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a cuts, injuries hazard related to Children's small stool.

About this risk

This product has sharp edges, pointed parts, or fragile components that can break and cause cuts or lacerations.

Recommended action

Stop using the product. Inspect it for sharp edges or broken parts. If someone is cut, clean and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention for deep cuts.

Who is at risk?

All users, especially young children who may not recognise sharp edges.

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