Wooden cot
Wooden cot was recalled on 21 April 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0497/17. Entrapment, Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The gaps between the bars are too large.
| Alert Number | A12/0497/17 |
| Brand | Roba |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Model LEO, Ref. 6291SKN740462 |
| Published | 21 April 2017 |
Risk Description
The gaps between the bars are too large. A crawling child could try to pass his legs or torso between the bars, leaving the head blocked, which could cause respiratory difficulties or strangulation. In addition, the safety gate has holes where children's fingers could be trapped.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 716.
Measures Taken
Type 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: 08/11/2016
Product Description
Children’s cot with wooden rails. It is packed in a cardboard box.
🔒 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, strangulation hazard related to Wooden cot.
About this risk
Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Entrapment: Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return. Strangulation: Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.