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Unbranded Orange Life Jacket recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for Unbranded Orange 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
Unbranded Orange Life Jacket could fail in water.
- Stop using it in or near water.
- Always stay within arm’s reach of a child in water.
- 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. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
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 (2310-0151). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Unbranded Orange 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: 2310-0151
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Orange material vest-style personal flotation device with modular foam and stitched paneling and multiple hand tie closures.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Unbranded Orange Life Jacket been recalled?
Unbranded Orange Life Jacket could fail 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?
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 Unbranded Orange Life Jacket sold?
The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
