Safety warning High risk 30 January 2025

Topway Steel 3-Step Home Ladder

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Topway Steel 3-Step Home Ladder
Photo: official notice
Affected
A foldable steel step ladder with three steps supplied in brown cardboard packaging.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of injuries as it may become unstable during use.
What to do
The products have been destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Ladder
Brand Topway
Barcode 5056156053723
Batch 2400389701
SKU 338482
Country of Origin China
Product Description A foldable steel step ladder with three steps supplied in brown cardboard packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of injuries as the handrail of the ladder projects beyond the rear of its platform. If the user leans forward after climbing to the top of the ladder whilst holding on to the handrail, the ladder may fall forward, causing the user to fall.

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

Corrective action

The products have been destroyed.

The same corrective action was taken for the 4-, 5- and 6-step ladders of the same brand.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2412-0039

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 30 January 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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