Product Recall: Ultralink Large LK100 and LK101 Arborist Activities Shackle (2303-0096)

Product Recall for Ultralink Large LK100 and LK101 Arborist Activities Shackle presenting a risk of injuries.

Summary

Product: Ultralink Large LK100 and LK101 Arborist Activities Shackle

Hazard: Reports have been received that the unlock button can be unintentionally depressed and the device inadvertently opened during use, which can present a risk of injuries.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users (see below for further information).

Product information

Type Personal Protective Equipment - Arborist Activities Shackle
Models LK100 and LK101
Barcode 5060902780917
Affected Batches LK100: 168276, 168153, 166671, 167961 LK101: 167962, 166675, 168231, 168155, 168277.
Country of Origin United Kingdom
Product Description The ‘Ultralink’ is a shackle that is used for arborist activities to secure the top rope anchor point. The recall applies to all units in circulation from 28th February 2023 to 13th March 2023.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

Reports have been received that the unlock button can be unintentionally depressed and the device inadvertently opened during use. If the button is depressed during use, this could lead to the user falling and being injured.

The product does not meet the requirements of the PPE Regulation 2016/425.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users. If you own an affected product, stop using it immediately and remove it from service. For further information, please access the ISC Wales website at: https://www.iscwales.com/News/Product-Notices/UltraLink-Notice/.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2303-0096

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 27 March 2023