G-Fashion Steel Toes Cap Safety Trainers
- Affected
- Steel toes cap safety trainers in black, with a red patch detail on the sole
- The problem
- The product presents a serious injuries due to not passing the penetration resistance test. The physical failure of the trainer from impact or penetration can lead to potentially serious injuries to the foot or the toe.
- What to do
- The product has been withdrawn from sale. If you own one, stop using it and contact the seller.
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) – Safety trainers) |
|---|---|
| Brand | G-Fashion |
| Barcode | 5060846403736 |
| Product description | Steel toes cap safety trainers in black, with a red patch detail on the sole |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as when tested, the safety trainers did not pass the penetration resistance test. The tip of the nail test penetrated through the trainers when subjected to 500-800N force, less than the permissible minimum of 1100N. The physical failure of the trainer from impact or penetration can lead to potentially serious injuries to the foot or toe.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users. The recall site can be found at the following link: https://divagift.com/pages/steel-shoes.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2110-0009
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 3 December 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.