EU alert · Safety Gate Other risk levels Toys
Wall toy Beleduc “Wandelement "Steckformen" (Wall toy "shapes")” — risk: strangulation
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A11/0060/15
Summary
null The toy contains multiple cords which can become tangled and form a loop or a noose, which can pose a risk of strangulation.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
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Product
- Blue board for fixing to a wall, with 9 puzzle pieces of different shapes, hanging from cords. The puzzle pieces are withheld in the corresponding recesses by means of a magnet connection. The product is supplied in cardboard and is intended also for nurseries and schools.
What is the risk?
- null The toy contains multiple cords which can become tangled and form a loop or a noose, which can pose a risk of strangulation.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 22/05/2015
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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