Product Safety Report: 3.2M Telescopic Ladder (KIKO 5031-8) (2509-0280)
Product Safety Report for 3.2M Telescopic Ladder (KIKO 5031-8) presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: 3.2M Telescopic Ladder (KIKO 5031-8)
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the metal rungs bend and could collapse under repeated normal use.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Hand tools/accessories - Ladders (Non-Powered) |
|---|---|
| Model | KIKO 5031-8 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A telescopic, 3.2m ladder. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the metal rungs bend and could collapse under repeated normal use. If the ladder were to collapse while in use, the user could fall and receive serious injuries.
As the ladder is over 3 metres it should be supplied with a stabilizer bar, which was missing. Additionally, when the locking mechanisms are released to collapse the ladder, the rungs fall with a force, posing a cutting hazard. The product requires improvements to marking and labelling.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2509-0280
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards