Product Safety Report: 4.4M Telescopic Ladder (Model: 4.4MJ) (2401-0144 and 2401-0157)

Product Safety Report for 4.4M Telescopic Ladder presenting a serious risk of injuries.

Summary

Product: 4.4M Telescopic Ladder (Model: 4.4MJ)

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it can excessively bend when loaded.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product information

Type Other - Ladder
Model 4.4MJ
Country of Origin China
Product description Collapsible telescopic ladder that can extend to 4.4M.
Product Report and Images Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it can excessively bend when loaded. The user could lose balance and fall if the product bent under the weight, causing the user to injure themselves.

The product also requires improvement to marking, labelling and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2401-0144 and 2401-0157

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards.

Published 9 April 2024