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Fireworks AFAC-Aalborg Fyrværkerifabrik “Aalborg Powerblock” — risk: burns, damage to sight
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/00082/24
Summary
The fireworks may burst or release burning material too close to the ground, causing burns and/or eye injuries to bystanders. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947.
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Product
Fireworks — AFAC-Aalborg Fyrværkerifabrik
- Brand
- AFAC-Aalborg Fyrværkerifabrik
- Name / model
- Aalborg Powerblock · BA-TS-19-20-03
- Batch number(s)
- 22-AP19-014
- Barcode
- 5707127023527
- Category
- Pyrotechnic articles
- Firework battery with 19 shots.
What is the risk?
- The fireworks may burst or release burning material too close to the ground, causing burns and/or eye injuries to bystanders. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 05/07/2024
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