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Fireworks First class fireworks “Tordenrør” — risk: burns, damage to hearing, damage to sight
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/00071/23
Summary
The sound pressure level is too high (measured values exceeding 120 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. Moreover, the fireworks may burst or release burning material too close to the ground, causing burns or injuries to bystanders. The product does not comply with the requirements to the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947-5.
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Product
Fireworks — First class fireworks
- Brand
- First class fireworks
- Name / model
- Tordenrør · 070787984, 1170-F2-01525
- Batch number(s)
- 22-15227
- Barcode
- 5704777041420
- Category
- Pyrotechnic articles
- Black firework with inscriptions "First Class Fireworks - Tordenrør 30 MM" in white and various symbols in golden colour.
What is the risk?
- The sound pressure level is too high (measured values exceeding 120 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. Moreover, the fireworks may burst or release burning material too close to the ground, causing burns or injuries to bystanders. The product does not comply with the requirements to the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947-5.
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: 13/04/2023
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