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Seal ring for buoyancy control system for divers

Drowning Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk

Seal ring for buoyancy control system for divers was recalled on 25 December 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1684/09. Drowning risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of drowning because moulding variations could cause cracking or breakage, resulting in rapid loss of buoyancy.

Alert Number1684/09
BrandOcean Management Systems
CategoryHobby/sports equipment
Risk TypeDrowning
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginUnited States
Model NumberBCA-500
Published25 December 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of drowning because moulding variations could cause cracking or breakage, resulting in rapid loss of buoyancy.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Sealing ring used in the Ocean Management Systems Buoyancy Control System for divers.

🌊 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Seal ring for buoyancy control system for divers .

About this risk

This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.

Recommended action

Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.

Who is at risk?

Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.

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