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Educational Numbers and Letters Magnetic Fishing Game recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for educational numbers and letters magnetic fishing game presenting a high risk of choking.
Take it away from young children now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
Educational Numbers and Letters Magnetic Fishing Game has been flagged because small parts can break off.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- coughing, gagging or noisy breathing after playing with it
Get help urgently
- a child who cannot breathe, cough or cry — call 999 and follow the call handler’s instructions
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2205-0134). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for educational numbers and letters magnetic fishing game presenting a high risk of choking.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of choking as it is made up of various small parts as received. The product could cause the vulnerable consumer to choke as the parts could be swallowed get stuck in larynx and block the airways. Consequently, this could block the airways and the oxygen flow to the brain would be blocked.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Advice to consumers
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2205-0134
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
A wooden board with cut out pieces and matching painted shapes. The item includes wooden dowels with plastic rings and 10 fish with metal tips. A wooden fishing rod with cord and magnet is also present.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Educational Numbers and Letters Magnetic Fishing Game been recalled?
Educational Numbers and Letters Magnetic Fishing Game has been flagged because small parts can break off. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
How do I know if my product is affected?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Take it away from young children now. Look for loose pieces where it was used.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was Educational Numbers and Letters Magnetic Fishing Game sold?
The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
