United KingdomThe Centurion Full Face Mask Respirator by Centurion is a component of an unpowered fresh air breathing apparatus (FABA) used in oxygen‑deficient atmospheres and deemed intrinsically safe for ATEX/high hazard environments; full product identifiers and affected batch numbers are listed in Annex A of the linked PDF. It was recalled because cracking or fracturing at the exhalation valve may compromise sealing and reduce respiratory protection, and the product has been recalled from distributors by Helmet Integrated Systems Ltd; stop using it immediately and seek redress from the place of purchase.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Centurion Full Face Mask Respirator presenting a risk to health.
Type: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Environmental Respiratory Protection - Non-Powered
Brand: Centurion
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Product Description: The product is a component part of an unpowered fresh air breathing apparatus (FABA). The apparatus is designed for use in oxygen deficient atmospheres and deemed intrinsically safe for use in ATEX and high hazard environments. Affected batch numbers are below. For a full list of product identifiers including barcodes and material descriptions, please see Annex A in the linked PDF.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2603-0139
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
The hazard
The product presents a risk as cracking or fracturing in the area of the exhalation valve may compromise the structural integrity and sealing performance of the respirator, thereby reducing its effectiveness. As a result, the wearer may be exposed to hazardous airborne particles, fumes, or other contaminants due to inadequate respiratory protection, which may lead to adverse effects on respiratory health.
The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation and the Equipment and Protective Systems intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2016 (ATEX).
What to do
The product has been recalled from distributors by Helmet Integrated Systems Ltd.
We recommend that you stop using this product immediately and seek redress from the place of purchase.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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