Northern Diver Transit Suit
- Affected
- The Northern Diver transit suit is designed to be worn by commercial workers for transit by boat on water e.g. offshore windfarms, but can also be used for other on-water activity where warmth and protection from water is required.
- The problem
- The product has not undergone conformity assessment as PPE, it is not CE or UKCA marked and there is no Declaration of Conformity as PPE
- What to do
- Owners are advised to stop using this equipment and contact the distributor they purchased it from or contact Northern Diver.
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) – Immersion Suit |
|---|---|
| Brand | Northern Diver |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Other product identifiers | Northern Diver Transit Suit. Also marked with branding ‘Specialist Offshore Equipment by Northern Diver’. Placed on the market from August 2017. |
| Product Description | The Northern Diver transit suit is designed to be worn by commercial workers for transit by boat on water e.g. offshore windfarms, but can also be used for other on-water activity where warmth and protection from water is required. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product is marketed under the Northern Diver brand and advertised for commercial use (e.g. offshore windfarms) and water sports and as such should have been conformity assessed as Category II Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The product has not undergone conformity assessment as PPE, it is not CE or UKCA marked and there is no Declaration of Conformity as PPE. The product is not in conformity with Regulation (EU) 2016/425 as enforced by the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
Recall of the product from end users. Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Owners are advised to stop using this equipment and contact the distributor they purchased it from or contact Northern Diver.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2302-0132
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 28 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.