Dangerous products, which do not comply with the current legislation laying down the essential health and safety requirements, have been placed on the European Union market.
The Labour Inspection Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance informs employers, self-employed persons and consumers that, according to information registered in the Rapid Information Exchange System (RAPEX), the following products are dangerous.
EQUIPMENT FOR USE IN EXPLOSIVE atmospheres
Smart phone for use in explosive atmospheres of Chinese origin
RAPEX Report. Notification A12/01742/22
[https:/ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10007207]
The device does not meet the design requirements for intrinsic safety for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The output power is excessive and the battery is not adequately protected. This increases the risk of ignition in explosive atmospheres.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the ATEX Directive nor with European Standard EN 60079-11.
PERSONAL PROTECTION MEASURES
Particle filter mask of Chinese origin
RAPEX Report. Notification A12/01728/22
[https:/ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10007172]
Particle retention by the filter is insufficient (measured values ≤ 67%). Consequently, the product does not meet health and safety requirements and therefore, even when combined with other recommended measures, may not protect properly.
The product does not comply with the Regulation on personal protective equipment, nor with European Standard EN 149.
Further information on the above products is listed on the RAPEX website.
Safety Gate for dangerous non-food products
The Labour Inspectorate Department invites the consumer, in the event that it detects the above products on the Cypriot market, to inform the competent Officers of the Department at 22405663 or 22405603 or 22405604.
Contents of this article including associated images are belongs Cyprus Times
Views & opinions expressed are those of the author and/or Cyprus Times
Source
