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Throw bag - Yak

Drowning Hobby/sports equipment Serious risk

Throw bag - Yak was recalled on 11 December 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1599/09. Drowning risk reported by United Kingdom. This product is used as a rescue line.

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Alert Number1599/09
BrandYak
CategoryHobby/sports equipment
Risk TypeDrowning
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginUnited Kingdom
Model NumberUnknown
Published11 December 2009

Risk Description

This product is used as a rescue line. It has been identified that the throw line has, in some instances, a joint in the rope. This means that when weight is applied to the rope it may become detached.

Measures Taken

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

Product Description

Yak throw bags - 15, 20 and 25 meter lengths (part codes 6222-15m, 6222-20m and 6222-25m). A length of floating rope contained in a bag attached to a belt.

🌊 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Throw bag - Yak.

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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