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CPSC, Midwest Folding Products Announce Recall to Repair Optional Guard Rails on Standing Choral Risers

Reported: May 11, 2005 Initiated: May 11, 2005 #05571

Product Description

The product is a guard rail that attaches to the top level of a standing choral riser set, with three tiered levels of horizontal platforms, on which individuals stand. The recall includes Optional Guard Rails (model numbers GRU30, 36 and 48) installed on Standing Choral Risers (model numbers TRP3C and SRP3C). Risers without guard rails are not included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, which poses a risk of injury from falling from the risers.

Remedy

Owners of the choral riser sets with optional guard rails have been contacted directly by the Midwest Folding Products, Inc. and provided with information about how to obtain a free repair kit. If an owner of a choral riser set with optional guard rail has not already been contacted by Midwest Folding Products, the owner should stop using the risers immediately and contact Midwest Folding Products.

Details

Units Affected
About 7,000 guard rails
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Midwest-Folding-Products-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Optional-Guard-Rails-on-Standing-Choral-Risers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The product is a guard rail that attaches to the top level of a standing choral riser set, with three tiered levels of horizontal platforms, on which individuals stand. The recall includes Optional Guard Rails (model numbers GRU30, 36 and 48) installed on Standing Choral Risers (model numbers TRP3C and SRP3C). Risers without guard rails are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Midwest Folding Products Inc., of Chicago, Ill.. Units affected: About 7,000 guard rails.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, which poses a risk of injury from falling from the risers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Owners of the choral riser sets with optional guard rails have been contacted directly by the Midwest Folding Products, Inc. and provided with information about how to obtain a free repair kit. If an owner of a choral riser set with optional guard rail has not already been contacted by Midwest Folding Products, the owner should stop using the risers immediately and contact Midwest Folding Products.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 11, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05571.

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