PRA number
2013/13526
Published date
Product description
This recall involves Martinique Jr. single paned, tempered glass youth snorkeling masks sold in a set with snorkel and fins. The masks feature a silicone face skirt, strap and adjustable buckles. The mask is blue with a silver accent piece that frames the tempered glass lens. The U.S. Divers' logo is on the upper bridge of the mask as well as inset on the tempered glass lens. The lens is also labeled as tempered. The buckles are each printed with the U.S. Divers' “wave” logo.
Reasons the product is recalled
Notches in the tempered glass lens on the mask can break under certain water pressures.
The hazards to consumers
If the glass lens shatters, this poses a laceration hazard to the user.
What consumers should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the place of purchase or the supplier for a replacement product. For further information, please contact Aqua Lung Australia on (03) 9369 1992.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Blue Planet Safari, Cairns Dive Centre, Costco Wholesale, Dive Skate and Ski, Extreme Agencies, Perth Diving Academy, Snorkel Inn Dive Centre
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
