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Unbranded Orange Hand Tie Closure Life Jacket recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for Unbranded Orange Hand Tie Closure Life Jacket presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Stop using it in or near water.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice 
What to do now
The hazard with Unbranded Orange Hand Tie Closure Life Jacket is drowning: it may not keep someone afloat or safe in water.
- Stop using it in or near water.
- Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- 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
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2310-0155). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Unbranded Orange Hand Tie Closure Life Jacket presenting a serious risk of drowning.
The risk
The product has been assessed as presenting a serious risk of drowning. The product was advertised as a life jacket, but once purchased was identified as a buoyancy aid (which does not provide the same level of protection).
When tested, the product did not meet the level of buoyancy required of a buoyancy aid, and therefore may not have performed as expected when relied upon.
The product also requires improvements to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Advice to consumers
OPSS has required that the products are recalled from end users.
Owners are advised to cease use of the product and contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2310-0155
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Orange vest style personal flotation device with modular foam and stitched panelling. Multiple hand tie closures, centre front orange webbing waist tie closure (20mm); elasticated tie cord at bottom of front closure (6mm); stitched orange material ties at top under user’s chin (7mm), stitched orange material ties at both right and left side (15mm). Reflective patches on shoulders.
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Questions
Why has Unbranded Orange Hand Tie Closure Life Jacket been recalled?
The hazard with Unbranded Orange Hand Tie Closure Life Jacket is drowning: it may not keep someone afloat or safe in water. 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?
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?
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?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
Where was Unbranded Orange Hand Tie Closure Life Jacket sold?
The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
