Product Safety Report: Petiyark Neoprene Swim Vest sold via Amazon (2510-0107)
Product Safety Report for Petiyark Neoprene Swim Vest presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Summary
Product: Petiyark Neoprene Swim Vest sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to be used correctly by a consumer.
Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Lifebelts/Life-Jackets/Lifesuits |
|---|---|
| Brand | Petiyark |
| Model number | FLY01 |
| Batch numbers | 20231201XHS, 20231201SHX |
| Barcode | X0027L8P2D |
| Listing name on Amazon | Neoprene Swim Vest for Children, Toddlers Swim Buoyancy Aid with Safety Strap and Removeable Floats |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Neoprene swim vest. |
| Product Report and Image |
Hazard
The product has been assessed as presenting a risk of drowning as the buoyancy aid was accompanied with conflicting minimum or maximum sizing limits. Additionally, the front of one model is navy blue with no bright, conspicuous colours present, making it difficult for young children to be visible in the water.聽
The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to be used correctly by a consumer, potentially resulting in a risk of drowning.聽
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment.
Corrective action
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2510-0107
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards