High Wire
High Wire was recalled on 1 December 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1701/17. Injuries risk reported by France. A metal bar on the ground for securing the scramble net constitutes an obstacle in the rope bridge fall zone beside the scramble net and the platform.
| Alert Number | A12/1701/17 |
| Brand | Sutcliffe Play Limited |
| Category | Other - - |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Model Number | PZU679 |
| Published | 1 December 2017 |
Risk Description
A metal bar on the ground for securing the scramble net constitutes an obstacle in the rope bridge fall zone beside the scramble net and the platform. Metal plates located underneath the anchor points for the bottom rope of the rope bridge have sharp edges. The highest platform (180 cm), accessed by a climbing rope, doesn't have the required handrails along most of its access.One accident reported.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1176 and the national legislation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Temporary ban on the supply, offer to supply and display of the productDate of entry into force: 16/10/2017
Product Description
Playground equipment consisting of 4 platforms and 5 features to access those platforms: a climbing rope, a scramble net, a metal-hoop climbing tunnel, a ladder with metal bars and a metal ramp; two units are available: a rope bridge and a slide.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to High Wire.
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.