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Elastic Straps Digesman “Pulpos ( bungee corde, corde élastique)” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1489/13
Summary
null The metal hooks can detach from the elastic strap when under tension, hitting the user or anyone in its trajectory and causing him/her injury.In addition, the label does not comply with the requirements concerning the safety wornings and instructions for use.The product does not comply with the relevant standard BS AU 258.
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Product
- Two 52 cm elasticated straps with a pink braided textile cover and metal hooks at each end, packed in a heat-sealed hard transparent plastic blister pack. The four hooks are located inside the blister pack, with the rest of the straps protruding from the bottom of the pack.
What is the risk?
- null The metal hooks can detach from the elastic strap when under tension, hitting the user or anyone in its trajectory and causing him/her injury.In addition, the label does not comply with the requirements concerning the safety wornings and instructions for use.The product does not comply with the relevant standard BS AU 258.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 07/08/2013
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