Product Recall: Portwest Peakview Helmet (2309-0152)
Product Recall for Portwest Peakview Helmet presenting a risk of injuries.
Summary
Product: Portwest Peakview Helmet
Hazard: The product presents a risk of injuries as when the helmets are exposed to conditions equal to or colder than -10 degrees Celsius or immersed in a water bath for longer than 4 hours, the helmets are at risk of notwithstanding the impact at the level accepted under standard EN 397 Standard.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) – Safety Helmet |
|---|---|
| Brand | Portwest |
| Barcodes | 5036108275588 (PV64), 5036108275502 (PV60), 5036108266364 (PV50) |
| Further product identifiers | The issue is limited to 3 styles, with the following LOT numbers: SS0522AUK, SS0522APL, SS0323AUK. Lot numbers can be found on the outer carton and polybag packaging. If packing has been removed, users should check the inner helmet shell, those engraved with the following dates should be returned to Portwest: 03/22, 10/22, 03/23. |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Product description | The Peak View Ratchet Helmet is a translucent shell with see through peak and sides allow the wearer to look upwards without the need to tilt the head. It includes a 6-point textile harness. It is available in colours blue, black, yellow and red. |
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Hazard
When the helmets are exposed to conditions equal to or colder than -10 degrees Celsius or immersed in a water bath for longer than 4 hours, the helmets are at risk of notwithstanding the impact at the level accepted under standard EN 397 Standard.
The product does not meet the requirements of the PPE Regulation 2016/425.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. For more information, please see the safety notice on the Portwest website: https://www.portwest.com/news/safetyNotice
Additional information
PSD case number: 2309-0152
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards