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Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip — injuries risk (2609-0074)

UK OPSSSerious riskInjuriesSep 15, 2026
Photo from the official notice: Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip — injuries risk (2609-0074)

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Hazard

The product presents a risk of injuries because in some cases, the weight collars can fail to grip the dumbbell bar securely during use. This could result in weight plates coming loose or sliding off, particularly under vertical loading. The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Remedy

Fittle LTD have launched a modification programme for products in scope of the safety issue. Affected users have been contacted directly with instructions on receiving a replacement collar. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Fittle at: [email protected]

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Modification programme

Product description

A weight collar/clip used to secure weights onto a dumbbell or barbell. Sold as part of the Fittle Box (a wooden case containing a dumbell bar, weight plates, and weight collars and clips).

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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