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Federated Cooperatives Ltd recalls 2 step Household Ladder
- Starting date:
- June 4, 2014
- Posting date:
- June 4, 2014
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Household Items
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Fall Hazard
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-39763
Affected products
SC-2B, 2 Step Household Ladder
Product description
This recall involves the foldable SC-2B, 2 Step Household Ladder with non-rust powder coated finish, non-slip plastic tips and sponge back rest with a capacity of 225 lbs.
The step ladder can be identified by the UPC 771448524617 and item number Item #4468443.
Hazard identified
The bottom step may not be able hold up to the stated 225 lb capacity, causing the step to bend and potentially collapse, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Neither Federated Cooperatives Ltd. nor Health Canada are aware of any injuries associated with the use of this product.
Number sold
Approximately 205 ladders may have been distributed at Co-op stores in Western Canada.
Time period sold
The product was sold between February 8, 2014 and May 16, 2014.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Importer
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Federated Cooperatives Ltd.
Saskatoon
Saskatchewan
CANADA
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What you should do
Consumers who have purchased the two step ladder should stop using it and return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.