Important Safety Alerts

Important Safety Alerts

Medical Device Safety Alert: Endeavour Quad (4 X Point) Walking Stick

17 May 2012

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Australia issued an alert concerning Quad (4 X Point) Walking Stick, (Product code X640) manufactured by Endeavour Industries Pty Ltd.

The manufacturer is recalling the product because it has been manufactured using a grade or gauge of aluminium tube which is inadequate. Bending of the handle has occurred in some cases at less than the recommended user weight. This product has also failed TGA static loading (strength) testing.

For details, please refer to TGA website
http://www.tga.gov.au/safety/alerts-device-quad-walking-stick-120517.htm
If you are in possession of the product, please contact your supplier for necessary actions.

Posted on 17 May 2012

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