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PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood safety warning over a strangulation risk
Product Safety Report for PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood for use in construction works, found not to consistently achieve the declared reaction to fire performance.
Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
What to do now
PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck.
- Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
- If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.
- 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. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
If someone has been hurt
Get help urgently
- a child who has been caught by the neck, even if they seem fine afterwards — call 999 or go to A&E
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.
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 (2305-0038). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood for use in construction works, found not to consistently achieve the declared reaction to fire performance.
The risk
Testing in accordance with EN 13501-1:2018 has found that the product may not consistently achieve Euroclass B for reaction to fire performance, despite being marketed as Euroclass B. The product may therefore not perform with the declared reaction to fire performance required or be suitable for its original desired application.
This product does not meet the requirements of EU Construction Products Regulation 305 /2011 as they apply in the UK.
Action taken
Warning consumers of the risks. Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Advice to consumers
The manufacturer has withdrawn the product from the UK market and and UK importers and distributors are to warn those they have supplied of the risk the product poses.
The potential impact of lower performance of a product in relation to reaction to fire and building safety will vary on a project-by-project basis and will depend on factors unique to each building. Building owners should seek advice from their building safety officer, an independent inspector, fire safety officer or a relevant building control authority, as appropriate, and consider reviewing the building’s fire strategy if necessary.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2305-0038
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Birch Hardwood FR Plywood intended for construction sheeting.
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Questions
Why has PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood been reported?
PAGED BirchPly FR Plywood could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
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?
Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away. If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.
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.
