United KingdomStainless-steel telescopic ladders sold as 6M and 3.2M Telescopic Ladders (model DX BKG 320A; sizes 2.6m and 3.2m; product IDs G8926-XJ-GT-001-B, RVG8926-250823-0012-30; origin China) are affected. They were recalled because the ladder can collapse and cannot hold the claimed weight, presenting a serious risk of injury. The imports were rejected at the border and destroyed.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for 6M and 3.2M Telescopic Ladders presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Type: Hand tools/accessories – Ladders (Non-Powered)
Model: DX BKG 320A
Sizes: 2.6m and 3.2m
Product identifiers: G8926-XJ-GT-001-B, RVG8926-250823-0012-30
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: A stainless-steel telescopic ladder.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2512-0082
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the ladder cannot hold the claimed weight without collapsing. If the ladder were to collapse while in use, the user could fall and receive serious injuries.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The official notice
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