3M DBI-SALA Sealed-Blok Self-Retracting Lifeline
- Affected
- Personal Fall Protection Equipment - Retractable Type Fall Arrester. Also known as a Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL)
- The problem
- 3M have identified an aging effect that may impact the performance of self-retracting lifelines (SRLs) produced from January 2022 to October 2024.
- What to do
- Affected end users are advised to stop using their Sealed-Blok™ device immediately and access the 3M alert to identify if their product is affected and complete the claim form to request redress: https://www.3m.co.uk/3M/en_GB/worker-health-safety-uk/news-events/full-story/~/sealed-blok-recall/?storyid=49597a1a-2b98-480f-b0f5-7c4b43ed067f
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) – Personal fall protection equipment |
|---|---|
| Brand | 3M |
| Production Period | January 2022 to October 2024 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Product Description | Personal Fall Protection Equipment – Retractable Type Fall Arrester. Also known as a Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL) |
| Link to Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Affected product names
Note: Please access Annex B on the attached PDF for a full list of model numbers and a part list.
| Product name |
|---|
| 3M DBI Sala 25m* Sealed-Blok SRL |
| 3M DBI Sala 25m* Sealed-Blok SRLwith retrieval winch |
| 3M DBI Sala 25m* Sealed-Blok SRL with RSQ |
| 3M DBI Sala 25m* Sealed-Blok SRLwith retrieval winch and RSQ |
| 3M DBI Sala 40m Sealed-Blok SRL |
| 3M DBI Sala 40m Sealed-Blok SRL |
*26m Commercially referred to as 25m for CE region
Hazard
3M have identified an aging effect that may impact the performance of self-retracting lifelines (SRLs) produced from January 2022 to October 2024.
In the event of a fall, these devices may not lock up as designed which could expose the worker to serious injury or, potentially, death.
Any devices repaired by 3M, or an authorised service centre during this timeframe, may also be affected. Affected sizes are all variants of the 85 ft (~26M), 130 ft (~40M) self-retracting lifelines.
Corrective action
Recall of the product from end users.
3M have issued a product stop use and action notification sent to distributors with instructions to forward to all applicable end users.
Affected end users are advised to stop using their Sealed-Blok™ device immediately and access the 3M alert to identify if their product is affected and complete the claim form to request redress: https://www.3m.co.uk/3M/en_GB/worker-health-safety-uk/news-events/full-story/~/sealed-blok-recall/?storyid=49597a1a-2b98-480f-b0f5-7c4b43ed067f
Additional information
PSD case number: 2412-0126
Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 24 December 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.