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Entrapment / StrangulationDecember 19, 2019CPSC #20044

BCI Burke Recalls Merge Playground Climbers Due to Entrapment Hazard

Product
Other Products
Units affected
440
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves the Burke Merge metal climbers used on playground equipment for children to climb up to access the play structure. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that are placed on the exterior of the play structure.

Hazard

A welded rung opening on the sides of the climber poses an entrapment hazard to children.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Through Burke sales representatives or Burke direct from November 2015 through August 2019 for about $1,460.

Photos

Recalled BCI Burke Merge Playground Climber
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