Safety warning Serious risk 12 July 2024

Sakinno Water Sports Life Jacket sold via Fruugo

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Sakinno Water Sports Life Jacket sold via Fruugo
Photo: official notice
Affected
Black and red water sports life jacket with double front closures and front zipper.
The problem
The product was advertised as a life jacket, but once purchased was identified as a buoyancy aid (which does not provide the same level of protection).
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Life Jacket
Fruugo Item Number 92042188-192850513
Brand Sakinno
Model KNN55-11
Country of Origin China
Product Description Black and red water sports life jacket with double front closures and front zipper.
Product 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 advertised as a life jacket, but once purchased was identified as a buoyancy aid (which does not provide the same level of protection).

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The product has been withdrawn from the market.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Fruugo).

Additional information

PSD numbers: 2403-0116

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 12 July 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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