Oskies Yellow Inflatable Buoyancy/flotation Aid sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A yellow and black vest style, inflatable buoyancy/swim aid with centre front zip and lower waistbelt.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate it had been adequately conformity assessed.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Life Jacket/Buoyancy Aid |
|---|---|
| Brand | Oskies |
| Model | SOF00002 |
| Amazon ASIN | B09HSTTYSR |
| Listing Name | Oskies Float Vest Jackets Buoyancy Aid Inflatable Swimming Safty Flotation Jacket Snorkel Vest 40-100kg Size 4-22 Adult for Kayak Canoeing Paddle Boarding |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | A yellow and black vest style, inflatable buoyancy/swim aid with centre front zip and lower waistbelt. |
| Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product has been assessed as presenting a serious risk of drowning. The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate that they have been adequately conformity assessed. Mandatory third-party conformity assessment by a body authorised for PPE is required by the relevant Regulations for those products which protect against more serious risks, the absence of such independent assessment for such a product may increase the risk to the consumer that the product may not perform as expected when relied upon as a buoyancy aid.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users and destroyed.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2403-0034
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and 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 21 May 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.