CPSC recall · Reported May 11, 2005
CPSC, Midwest Folding Products Announce Recall to Repair Optional Guard Rails on Standing Choral Risers
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.
Midwest Folding Products Inc., of Chicago, Ill. recalled The product is a guard rail that attaches to the top level of a standing choral riser set….
CPSC, Midwest Folding Products Announce Recall to Repair Optional Guard Rails on Standing… was recalled by Midwest Folding Products Inc., of Chicago, Ill. in May 11, 2005. Reason: Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, which poses…. Remedy: Owners of the choral riser sets with optional guard rails have been contacted directly by…. Verify recall #05571 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Midwest Folding Products Inc., of Chicago, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, which poses….
- None
- agency class
- May 11, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05571 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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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, what to 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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05571 |
| Date reported | May 11, 2005 |
| Date initiated | May 11, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Midwest Folding Products Inc., of Chicago, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 7,000 guard rails |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Owners of the choral riser sets with optional guard rails have been contacted directly by the Midwest Folding Products, Inc. and …
- Check the recall number (05571) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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