[PIO] Inspection campaign of inflatables and other marine/water equipment by the Consumer Protection Agency

The Consumer Protection Service, taking into account the risks posed by inflatables and other marine/water items, especially during the summer months when there is an abundance of such items on the market, conducted an inspection campaign on inflatables and other marine/water items during the period 12-23 June 2023.

The campaign covered 132 outlets nationwide, where on-site inspections were carried out in order to identify and withdraw dangerous inflatables and other marine/water equipment, as well as to inform economic operators. 23 dangerous inflatables and other marine/water equipment were identified and the process of their withdrawal from the market was initiated, while in 8 other cases recommendations were made to economic operators to take corrective measures.

The Consumer Protection Service will continue to carry out checks on the outlets selling inflatables and other marine/water equipment as part of its daily inspections and will inform consumers of products that present risks and are being withdrawn from the market.

Finally, it is noted that information on "the Service's website is available on the "Φουσκωτά και άλλα είδη θαλάσσης/νερού», as well as the brochure entitled "Inflatable swimming pools - Tips for safe use" which contains detailed information on the safety of inflatable swimming pools.

Further information for both consumers and economic operators can be obtained at the following telephone numbers:

1. Consumer Line: 1429
2. Nicosia Head Office: 22200928/926
3. Limassol District Office: 25819150
4. Larnaca/Amamohostou District Office: 24816160
5. Paphos District Office: 26804613

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