Product safety reportOPSS
Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 sold on Amazon safety warning over an injury risk
Product Safety Report for Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 presenting a high risk of injuries.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 sold on Amazon
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- ST64
What to do now
Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Put it out of use now.
- Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2409-0073). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 presenting a high risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of injuries as the safety interlock can be defeated by hand, presenting the chance of causing injury inadvertently. The trigger block could be removed by hand with no extra tools required as the pivot pin was held in using a rubber washer which, was easily removed. As the product did not have a safety guard around the trigger an item could be dropped on the trigger or when picking it up, it could fire a projectile inadvertently.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Action taken
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Advice to consumers
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD number: 2409-0073
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Micro Headless Pin Nailer in black and orange
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 been reported?
Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
Where was Kamsin Gauge Heavy Duty Pneumatic Concrete T Nailer ST64 sold?
The notice names Amazon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
