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MOL CY VDK CB011 Refuse Collection Vehicle Bin Lifting Device — entrapment risk

UK OPSSSerious riskEntrapmentJan 5, 2024
Photo from the official notice: MOL CY VDK CB011 Refuse Collection Vehicle Bin Lifting Device — entrapment risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injury to a person’s hands and fingers as the mechanism used to lift the bin was unguarded. The machine did not satisfy the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Remedy

The manufacturer has designed a guard for the cam and roller for all new machines. Existing users will also be contacted and guarding offered as a retrofit.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Other

Product description

A bin lifting device for rear end loaded refuse collection vehicles.

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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