Swimming Armbands
Swimming Armbands was recalled on 4 December 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1573/09. Drowning risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of drowning because it has insufficient resistance to being punctured.
| Alert Number | 1573/09 |
| Brand | Power Rangers Jungle Fury |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Published | 4 December 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of drowning because it has insufficient resistance to being punctured.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 13138.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Swimming armbands packed in a cardboard box marked as follows: POWER RANGERS.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Swimming Armbands.
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.