Product Alerts
URGENT
Request for inspection of ASTRO and CANYON GUIDE harnesses following the detection of a defect on the gated opening attachment point of an ASTRO harness. Due to the risk of unintentional opening of this attachment point, which could result in a life-threatening situation, we ask you to stop any use of these harnesses and to carry out immediately the following inspection.
PLEASE GOTO PETZL WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION BELOW
Link to website for full details:Â Product recalls and safety alerts Call for inspection for the ASTRO and CANYON GUIDE harnesses – Petzl United Kingdom
Product Alerts
GRILLON SAFETY ALERT: REQUEST FOR INSPECTION
Petzl requests the inspection of certain GRILLON products following the detection of ropes mounted incorrectly in the rope adjuster of recently produced GRILLON products. In such a case, the product does not perform its blocking function, which can result in a risk of injury. Please immediately stop sales and use of GRILLON products manufactured between October and December 2023, and follow the inspection procedure described below.
Please follow this link for detailed instructions and advice
Product recalls and safety alerts Petzl requests the inspection of certain GRILLON products
Product Alerts
STOP USE NOTICE
UltraLink
Please download document here for detailed information
November 2023
Important Safety Notice: ISC UltraLink
Safety Notice/Product Recall
Following on from our inspection notice issued 17 November 2023, our team has been intensively investigating the potential risk and the root cause of the problem. Our investigation identified that the press fixture used to secure the assembly of the SafeLock button moved outside of specification, creating the potential for a faulty press fit of the button, which can lead to the button turning open and coming apart.
STOP USE
Due to the risk of unintentional opening of the device, which could result in a life-threatening situation, we are issuing this notice instructing users to stop using their device, if it falls within the range of serial numbers:
LK100A1.2: 170431 – 177209; or LK101A1.2: 170433 – 176974.
STOP USING ANY OF THE ABOVE ITEMS IMMEDIATELYAND REMOVE THEM FROM SERVICE
Manufacturing corrective actions have been introduced to repair and ensure that the press fixture remains within specification; and additional procedures have been introduced to ensure that the SafeLock buttons are secured correctly. Validation testing has been successfully completed and production of UltraLinks has resumed, with this new process in place.
DEALER RECALL:
Please contact your Customer Service Representative to register your inventory stock for recall.
END USER RECALL:
Share this link with your customers so that they can register their device(s) for recall:
http://eepurl.com/iE_-8s
Alternatively, call our Customer Service Team:
North & South America: +1 (763) 360-2135
UK, EU, Australasia: +44 (0) 1248 363 125
Kind Regards,
David Rawlins
Compliance & Quality Manager
Product Alerts
Ultra link Safety Alert
User Inspection Notice – UltraLink LK100A1.2 & LK101A1.2 button assembly
We have been advised of a single incident of a button assembly failure on the LK100A1.2. Due to the risk of unintentional opening of the device, which could result in a life-threatening situation, we ask you to stop using the device and immediately conduct the inspection process detailed below.
Please Download PDF for process
Product Alerts
Please check your Tublik ABS Braking Device from Simond as described  – follow the link below
Product Alerts
IMPORTANT:Â Advisory Notice
Hello
As a customer who has purchased 3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-206/M-207 Faceshields, M-306/M-307 or M-406/M-407 Helmets from Arco, we are writing to you to inform you that the manufacturer 3M has notified Arco about a product advisory notice. Please read the information below carefully as it advises you what you need to do to determine whether your product is affected and any next steps.
The affected Arco products and codes:
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-106 Faceshield – 20V0006
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-107 Faceshield – 20V0007
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-206 Faceshield – 20V0302
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-207 Faceshield – 20V0303
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-306 Helmet – 20V0008
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-307 Helmet – 20V0009
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-406 Helmet – 20V0032
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-407 Helmet – 20V0033
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-936 Replacement Comfort Faceseal – 20V0043
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-937 Replacement Flame Resistant Faceseal – 20V0044
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-447 Replacement Flame Resistant Shroud – 20V0036
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-448 Replacement High Durability Shroud – 20V0037
3Mâ„¢ Versafloâ„¢ M-972 Flame Resistant Helmet Cover – 20V0050
What is the issue?
3M has notified us that it has been receiving a raw material from its supplier that contains Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) above the allowed limit according to RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS). This raw material has then been used in the manufacture of certain faceseals, shrouds and helmet covers.
The affected M-Series Faceshield and Helmets that use these faceseals, shrouds and helmet covers continue to meet all the respiratory protection requirements, as well as the eye, face and head protection required by the standards.
The products have been evaluated by toxicology professionals in the 3M Corporate Toxicology and Environmental Science Department. Based on these reviews, these products are not expected to pose a health risk when used as intended and in accordance with the instructions for use.
What do you need to do?
If this notice regarding an instance of non-compliance is of concern and you require a replacement part, you will need to remove the faceseal from your existing head top and return it back to us. We will then issue you a replacement faceseal free of charge which you will then need to fit back to your head top before continuing to use as normal.
Contact our Customer Services Team on 0330 390 2050 or at customer.services@support.arco.co.uk to arrange a return and order a replacement face seal.
For those working in high heat environments where sparks, hot particles or molten metal are present, there is currently no replacement faceseal available. If you have any concerns or wish to discuss replacement options, please contact your Account Manager in the first instance.
We apologise on behalf of 3M for any inconvenience caused. We take matters like this very seriously and are seeking the necessary updates and assurances from 3M to ensure this issue is resolved as soon as possible and does not happen again.
Your Sincerely
Neil Dodds
General Counsel and Company Secretary
Product Alerts
User Safety Notice
M1 SCBA Catch spring/Retainer PR18 Pressure Reducer
April, 2023
PLEASE READ NOW AND TAKE ACTION
Dear MSA Customer,
MSA is issuing this User Safety Notice to inform you of an inspection procedure to verify the proper operation and function of the U-clip and catch spring used to retain the PR18 Pressure Reducer of the MSA M1 SCBA (figure 1).
MSA has received a report from a customer that recently found isolated instances of a missing retention screw and a deformed catch spring. The PR18 pressure reducer is secured to the backplate by a U-clip, which is held in place by the catch spring when the catch spring is properly attached to the backplate via the retention screw. If the retention screw is missing, or catch spring is deformed, there is potential for the U-clip to disengage, allowing the reducer to move, which can lead to disconnection of the medium pressure line, and exposure of the user to the surrounding environment. MSA has not received any reports of injuries associated with this condition. However, it is necessary that you stop use and perform the actions outlined in this notice.
Figure 1 – M1 SCBA and PR18 Pressure Reducer
If you are unsure if your unit is an M1, reference the product label found on the backplate of the unit (figure 2)
Figure 2 – Product Label
Inspection Procedure
The inspection must be performed immediately on your entire stock and is to ensure the prescence of the retention screw and catch spring, as well as the operation and function of the catch spring with the U-clip.
- Visually inspect to confirm the retention screw and catch spring are assembled. (figure 3)
- If these are not present, remove the unit from service, isolate in quarantine, and contact MSA.
- Once assembly is confirmed, pull the U-clip towards the left side as shown. (figure 4)
- If the U-clip is not secured, push it in fully and repeat pull test.
- If the U-clip does not remain secured, remove the unit from service, isolate in quarantine, and contact MSA.
Figure 3 – Catch Spring and Retention Screw Figure 4 – Check U-Clip Operation
MSA has also updated the M1 SCBA service manual to include an additional inspection procedure for the U-clip and catch spring, available here: (D2018711 – M1 SCBA Service Manual)
Please have your trained service technician download and replace your manuals with the latest update. These inspections must be performed during each disassembly or assembly of the SCBA.
MSA Customer Service Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this User Safety Notice and for any required replacements of the retention screw and/or catch spring,
please email us at ProductUserNotice@msasafety.com or contact your local MSA customer service representative.
We apologize for any inconveniences that this may cause; however, your safety and continued satisfaction with our products is important to us.
Issued by:
Adam Troup
Product Safety Manager
on behalf of MSA Europe GmbH
PS23006
Product Alerts
Product Alerts
User Safety Notice
To all MSA Fall Protection Customers
MSA is issuing this User Safety Notice to inform you that MSA has received field reports of a limited number of Latchways Standard Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRL) in which some internal bolts came loose. MSA has not received any reports of injuries associated with this condition. However, we are requesting that you perform the actions outlined in this notice.
Over time, the loose bolts will be identifiable by the user as extraction of the cable from the SRL housing will no longer be possible. However, MSA’s investigation has determined that this may be preceded by a window of time in which a fall may not be arrested.
Our investigation has determined that a small percentage of the part
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Product Alerts
REQUEST FOR INSPECTION FOR ROLLNLOCK
PLease click on image for PDF intructions on what to do
