Climbers Safety Helmet
Climbers Safety Helmet was recalled on 11 October 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1497/19. Injuries risk reported by Belgium. The helmet is insufficiently resistant to penetration.
| Alert Number | A12/1497/19 |
| Brand | La Sportiva |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | Mulaz, Skyline |
| Published | 11 October 2019 |
Risk Description
The helmet is insufficiently resistant to penetration. Impacting rocks may penetrate the helmet, possibly causing serious head injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (since 21/04/2018 repealed by the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation) and the relevant European Standard EN 12492.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 16/09/2019
Product Description
Black climbing helmet in a black and yellow cardboard box. The product was also sold online.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Climbers Safety Helmet.
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.