Folding stool for outdoor use

Cuts, Injuries Furniture Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Folding stool for outdoor use
Alert Number1358/08
BrandGandia blasco
CategoryFurniture
Risk TypeCuts, Injuries
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginSpain
Model NumberModel: PICNIC 35x35x40
Published28 November 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of injuries and cuts because: - sharp points and edges were noted on the corners of the aluminium structure and on the lower part of the seat, - sharp edges were found in the area where the transverse tube is inserted into the folding area, - the product has a safety catch under the seat. If this catch is not engaged correctly, or should it move while the item is in use, there is a high probability that the stool would collapse if a user tried to move it with both hands. In addition, there are no instructions for the use of the safety catch or any indication on the model that it exists.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 581, EN 14183 and EN 1022. One incident reported.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Folding stool for outdoor use, with aluminium structure and legs and a polyethylene seat.

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