Lynx · Injuries
Product: Equestrian helmet · Back on Track · EQ3-R96
Category: Protective equipment · Finland
Hazard: The strap of helmet may tear off preventing the helmet from staying on the head. In the event of an impact, this could lead to head injuries. Moreover, the shock absorption capacity is not high enough to protect against head injuries in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1384.
Official action: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Distributor Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market Date of entry into force: 01/12/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): The manufacturer has changed the thickness of the strap in 2020.Date of entry into force: 01/12/2020