Product Recall: Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses (2505-0206)
Product Recall for Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: Petzl GYM, PANDION and PANJI Climbing Harnesses
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the harness can be put on backwards, and the rope or carabiner can be attached to a non-weight-bearing leg loop elastic band.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Climbing Harnesses |
|---|---|
| Brand | Petzl |
| Models | GYM, PANDION and PANJI |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Product Description | A lightweight, compact harness used for ski mountaineering, glacier travel, snow travel and adventure racing. Product has a flexible equipment loop on the waist-belt. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the harness can be put on backwards, and the rope or carabiner can be attached to a non-weight-bearing leg loop elastic band. This places the user at a risk of falling from height and sustaining serious injuries.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
Owners should stop using the product immediately and access the Petzl website for further information, including a list of affected serial numbers: https://www.petzl.com/GB/en/Operators/safety-alerts/2024-5-14/Safety-information-for-GYM—PANDION—PANJI
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2505-0206
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards