Step Stool — falls risk
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the ladder step depth does not meet the relevant dimensional requirements, leading to the overhang of the step being too great. As the consumer is descending the step stool, they can’t place their foot fully on the step due to the incorrect overhang, which may cause them to fall off the step stool. The product also lacks relevant instructions for the use of the product. The product does not meet the requirements General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Remedy
The import has been rejected at the border and product has been destroyed.
Product safety report
Measures taken
- Destruction of the product
Product description
Step stool with two steps
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.
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