Helmet for cyclists
Injuries Protective equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00580/22 |
| Brand | Polisport Sport Ride |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | Portugal |
| Model Number | 2021-04 (2021/W19), B010 |
| Published | 15 April 2022 |
Risk Description
The helmet can easily break during an impact, thus not sufficiently protecting the user from injuries to the head. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1078.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 08/04/2022
Product Description
The helmet is green / black, has ventilation / conditioning openings throughout, a removable safety spout on the front and a protective padding (foam) on the inside. Size 58-62 cm, 235 g. Product sold online.