Safety warning Serious risk 5 December 2022

4-Step Step Ladder

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of 4-Step Step Ladder
Photo: official notice
Affected
White, fold out step ladder with four steps
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the ladder step width does not meet the relevant dimensional requirements, leading to the overhang of the step being too great.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and product has been destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Other – Other – Step ladder
Carton Numbers FK5UK. RVG1671-220221-0006-1074, KX-0305, G1671-KESLSS-4-N
Country of Origin China
Product description White, fold out step ladder with four steps
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the ladder step width does not meet the relevant dimensional requirements, leading to the overhang of the step being too great. As the consumer is descending the step stool, they can’t place their foot fully on the step due to the incorrect overhang, which may cause them to fall off the step stool. The product also lacks relevant instructions for the use of the product.

The product does not meet the requirements General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and product has been destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2211-0152

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

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 5 December 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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