PRA number
2019/17445
Published date
Product description
4 different styles of STEM - Electronic Circuit Sewing and Activity Kits.
These kits contain button batteries in packaging that is not child resistant.
The battery compartment is not secure.
These kits contain button batteries in packaging that is not child resistant.
The battery compartment is not secure.
Reasons the product is recalled
The battery compartment is not adequately secured and the button batteries in the product are easily accessible.
The hazards to consumers
If young children gain access to the button batteries and ingest them, they may suffer internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness and even death. In addition, the batteries may pose a choking hazard to young children.
What consumers should do
Consumers should immediately remove the batteries and ensure these are adequately secured out of reach of children.
Stop using the product and return it to Officeworks for a full refund.
For your nearest Officeworks store visit www.officeworks.com.au or call 1300 OFFICE (633 423) for assistance.
Stop using the product and return it to Officeworks for a full refund.
For your nearest Officeworks store visit www.officeworks.com.au or call 1300 OFFICE (633 423) for assistance.
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
