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Tricam Industries Recalls Easy Reach Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard; Sold exclusively at The Home Depot

Reported: October 25, 2012 Initiated: October 25, 2012 #13020

Product Description

The recalled products are Easy Reach by Gorilla Ladders 3-Step Pro Series step stools, model number HB3-PRO. The step stools have three plastic steps, a steel tubular frame and a plastic-molded tool holder. The model number is located on the underside of the middle step on a blue label. The label also states that the step stools are rated to support 225 lbs. Recalled step stools have a "J" stamped into the underside of the top step and/or the underside of the tool holder.

Reason for Recall

The top step/standing platform can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Customers should immediately stop using the recalled step stools and contact Tricam Industries for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled products are Easy Reach by Gorilla Ladders 3-Step Pro Series step stools, model number HB3-PRO. The step stools have three plastic steps, a steel tubular frame and a plastic-molded tool holder. The model number is located on the underside of the middle step on a blue label. The label also states that the step stools are rated to support 225 lbs. Recalled step stools have a "J" stamped into the underside of the top step and/or the underside of the tool holder.. Units affected: About 84,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The top step/standing platform can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled step stools and contact Tricam Industries for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 25, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13020.