China-Base Ningbo Foreign Trade Co. Ltd — 5M Telescopic Ladder
5m telescopic extending ladder. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0GGQR1P76).
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Hand tools
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
Hazard: The product is not supplied with a stabiliser bar. It is not clear to the user that a locking mechanism is required for the product and if the user uses the ladder extended to full length, it may become unstable, causing the user to fall and receive injuries.
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Importer) Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
- ▸ (to: Importer) Import rejected at border
What is this? This is a 5-metre tall ladder made in China. It does not come with a stabiliser bar.
What's happening? The ladder can become wobbly when fully extended. Users may not know they must lock it in place.
Does this affect me? If you own or use this ladder in the UK, it could tip over and hurt you.
What should I do? Stop using it now. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are hurt. Contact the seller for a safe replacement.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Hand tools · Hazard: The product is not supplied with a stabiliser bar. It is not clear to the user that a locking mechanism is required for the product and if the user uses the ladder extended to full length, it may become unstable, causing the user to fall and receive injuries. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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