United KingdomHelly Hansen AS buoyancy aids (styles 33818 SPORT II, 33811 Comfort Compact 50N, 34258 Rider Kayak Vest, 34240 Rider Foil Race; see Annex for sizes and serial numbers) have been recalled in the UK. They were recalled because they may not provide enough buoyancy and turning momentum to bring the user face up in the water, presenting a risk of drowning; consumers should stop using them immediately and contact Helly Hansen at recall@hellyhansen.com for a credit note or refund (more info at https://www.hellyhansen.com/recall).
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Helly Hansen AS Buoyancy Aids presenting a risk of drowning.
Type: Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Lifebelts/Lifejackets/Lifesuits
Brand: Helly Hansen AS
Styles: 33818 SPORT II, 33811 - Comfort Compact 50N, 34258 - Rider Kayak Vest, 34240 - Rider Foil Race
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Various styles of buoyancy aids. Please see the Annex below for sizes and serial numbers.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2605-0143
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of drowning as it may not provide enough buoyancy and turning momentum to bring the user face up in the water.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
What to do
The product has been recalled from end users by Helly Hansen AS.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Helly Hansen - recall@hellyhansen.com - for a credit note or refund.
For more information please access: https://www.hellyhansen.com/recall
The official notice
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