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Fireworks ZENA Vuurwerk “Zena Red Banger” — risk: damage to hearing
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01936/24
Summary
The sound pressure level is too high (measured values up to 123,6 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. The product does not comply with the requirements to the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947-4.
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Product
Fireworks — ZENA Vuurwerk
- Brand
- ZENA Vuurwerk
- Name / model
- Zena Red Banger · 8239/YT-2148
- Batch number(s)
- 8239/2023/1 2806-F2-006896
- Category
- Pyrotechnic articles
- Category F2 bangers, 20 pieces per box, NEC 4g (0,2g per banger).
- Recall information: https://www.originalfireworks.com/
What is the risk?
- The sound pressure level is too high (measured values up to 123,6 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. The product does not comply with the requirements to the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947-4.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 02/07/2024
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