Swimming aid discs
Swimming aid discs was recalled on 23 August 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02379/24. Drowning risk reported by Austria. There is a risk of drowning as a result of material weakness in the buoyancy aid and the absence of warnings about active supervision.
| Alert Number | A12/02379/24 |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Austria |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 300540305-673074324 |
| Published | 23 August 2024 |
Risk Description
There is a risk of drowning as a result of material weakness in the buoyancy aid and the absence of warnings about active supervision. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 06/08/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 06/08/2024Type 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: 06/08/2024
Product Description
Children's swim aid. Product sold online.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Swimming aid discs.
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.