Safety vest
| Alert Number | A12/02221/23 |
| Brand | Prowiste |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 22 September 2023 |
Risk Description
The vest does not have a sufficiently retro-reflective surface, meaning that a user is not adequately visible in situations where high visibility is essential. This can lead to (serious) injuries. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 20471
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 16/08/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 16/08/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 16/08/2023
Product Description
Set of four yellow safety vests. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon ASIN B071NP6PHP.