Climbing harness
| Alert Number | A12/0001/19 |
| Brand | NTR / Ropes & Belts |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 11 January 2019 |
Risk Description
The strength of the product is inadequate as the connections between the hip belt and leg loops as well as the connection between the hip bealt and the buckle can tear apart. This can result in the climber falling from a significant height, leading to injury.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product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (since 21/04/2018 repealed by the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation) and with the relevant European standard EN 12277.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 23/11/2018
Product Description
The product has been advertised and sold on Amazon as a climbing harness. Only the reference NTR / Ropes & Belts is legible on the label; the remaining information appears to be in Chinese characters.