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Wood and Glass Ceiling Lamp sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

UK OPSSHigh riskElectric shockSold on AmazonJul 24, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Wood and Glass Ceiling Lamp sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as there is inadequate protection against accidental contact with live parts due to the basic insulation of wires being in contact with accessible metal parts. If the light was installed incorrectly due to the lack of adequate instructions, the product’s insulation could fail and give the user an electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border

Product description

A ceiling mounted lamp with wiring

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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