EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Other - -
Elastic straps Lucky “Unknown” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1995/13
Summary
null The straps may break when under tension. If the hook detaches, it could hit the user or cause the luggage to fall which may cause a traffic accident. In addition, the labelling and instructions are insufficient.The product does not comply with the relevant standard BS AU 258.
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Product
- Elastic straps with hooks supplied in a transparent plastic bag.
What is the risk?
- null The straps may break when under tension. If the hook detaches, it could hit the user or cause the luggage to fall which may cause a traffic accident. In addition, the labelling and instructions are insufficient.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: 21/11/2013
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