Product Safety Report Reference 2311-0218

FOLO-UP Product Safety Report: 2311-0218 Fibre Optic Visual Fault Laser sold via Amazon

A black laser used to find faults in fibre optics packaged in a white cardboard box.

Recorded risk Serious Source updated 30 April 2025

Why this product was flagged

Recorded hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries at it has been identified that the ‘glint’ mode flashes below 3hz, which can trigger photosensitive epilepsy. The labelling is inaccurate for a laser product in the UK, and is rated between Class 3R or 3B, which could cause injury to the user.

What the notice records

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

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Product details

Product
Fibre Optic Visual Fault Laser sold via Amazon
Brand
Not provided
Models
Not provided
Product type
Laser pointers - Fibre Optic Visual Fault Laser
Seller or shop
Amazon
Country of origin
China
Measure
Destruction of the product
Notified by
Local Authority Trading Standards

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