Safety warning Serious risk 31 August 2025

Black Three-Step Folding Ladder

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Affected
Black three-step ladder supplied in cardboard packaging.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the ladder is insufficiently strong to hold the weight of the user.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Hand tools/accessories – Ladders (Non Powered)
Product Identifiers B040000000128856 1492, WI43430356, M01000000000598, S50467000053155. Large Maple UK Ltd
Country of Origin China
Product Description Black three-step ladder supplied in cardboard packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the steps are insufficiently strong to hold the weight of the user. The step could fail when in use, causing the user to fall and injure themselves.

Additionally, there is no mechanism to prevent accidental closure in use, and some of the required documentation and markings are not present.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejcted at the border.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2508-0036

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 31 August 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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