Safety footwear ROCKGOLDEN
Safety footwear ROCKGOLDEN was recalled on 3 February 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00199/23. Injuries risk reported by Slovakia. The safety footwear is not sufficiently resistant to pressure in the toe area, hence the product does not provide the expected protection.
| Alert Number | A12/00199/23 |
| Brand | ROCKGOLDEN |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | A8055 AK SBP, NX-86-1 |
| Published | 3 February 2023 |
Risk Description
The safety footwear is not sufficiently resistant to pressure in the toe area, hence the product does not provide the expected protection. The user may be injured. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 20345.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 11/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 11/01/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 11/01/2023
Product Description
Ankle safety footwear of black colour with a toe cap, with sewing with orange thread and orange lining. The shoe tongue features a crane and the "ROCKGOLDEN" brand name on it.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Safety footwear ROCKGOLDEN.
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.