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Northern Diver 275N Twin Chamber Life Jacket recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for Northern Diver 275N twin chamber life jacket – Model numbers LS600, LS6100, LS6200 presenting a high risk of drowning.
Stop using it in or near water.
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Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Northern Diver 275N Twin Chamber Life Jacket
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- LS600
- LS6100
- LS6200
- Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
- The product was placed on the market from 2017
What to do now
Northern Diver 275N Twin Chamber Life Jacket could contribute to drowning.
- Stop using it in or near water.
- Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2302-0130). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Northern Diver 275N twin chamber life jacket – Model numbers LS600, LS6100, LS6200 presenting a high risk of drowning.
The risk
The product is marketed under the Northern Diver brand and advertised for commercial use (e.g. Offshore windfarms) and watersports and as such should have been conformity assessed as Category III Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The product has not undergone conformity assessment as PPE, it is not CE or UKCA marked and there is no Declaration of Conformity as PPE. The product is not in conformity with Regulation (EU) 2016/425 as enforced by the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users. Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Advice to consumers
Recall of the product from end users. Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Owners are advised to stop using this equipment and contact the distributor they purchased it from or contact Northern Diver.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2302-0130
Notified by: HSE Product Safety and Market Surveillance Unit
Product description
A 275N life jacket with two independent chambers with automatic inflators with manual activation cords, and an additional oral inflator. This lifejacket is designed for adults weighing 43kg or more
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Questions
Why has Northern Diver 275N Twin Chamber Life Jacket been recalled?
Northern Diver 275N Twin Chamber Life Jacket could contribute to drowning. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model and sold between 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?
Stop using it in or near water. Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
