Climbing tower with slide
Climbing tower with slide was recalled on 22 March 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00702/24. Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Germany. Children's fingers can be entrapped in holes drilled in the frame, and their head and neck can be entrapped in the climbing-net mesh and fall.
| Alert Number | A12/00702/24 |
| Brand | SportBaby |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Slovenia |
| Model Number | Babywood |
| Published | 22 March 2024 |
Risk Description
Children's fingers can be entrapped in holes drilled in the frame, and their head and neck can be entrapped in the climbing-net mesh and fall. This increases the risk of strangulation.Moreover, the climbing frame is not stable, a child can fall and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 71-8.
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: 20/12/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: 20/12/2023
Product Description
Climbing frame with a ladder, a climbing net, a slide and swing rings.Height: 1370 mm,Width: 840 mm,Depth: 1510 mm.Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B08BCBZ9J8)
🔒 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Climbing tower with slide .
About this risk
Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. 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
Entrapment: Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return. 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?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. 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.