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Dorland 'Intrinsically Safe' Electronic Equipment sold via Amazon — fire risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireSold on AmazonApr 7, 2025
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Hazard

The products within scope of the corrective action have been identified as presenting a serious risk of explosion and fire. The products claim to be suitable for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas. There is no evidence that an appropriate conformity assessment was carried out before the products were placed on the market in Great Britain. The products do not have any of the required markings, including the specific markings of explosion protection and the symbol of the equipment-group and category. The products within the scope of the corrective action do not meet the requirements of the Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The Health and Safety Executive has instructed Amazon to initiate a recall of the products from all GB end users.

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users

Product description

Specific models of mobile phones, laptops and smartwatches designed to be used in Zone 1/Zone 2 explosive hazardous zones.

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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