Product description
Westlab Reusable Medical Face Shield
Product Code: 664-182
ARTG 333131 (WESTLAB PTY LTD - Shield, face - Single-use devices)
Product Code: 664-182
ARTG 333131 (WESTLAB PTY LTD - Shield, face - Single-use devices)
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Reason the product is recalled
The Instructions for Use (IFU) have been updated to include additional wording:
For protection against airborne particles that may be present in the environment due to aerosol-generating procedures (AGP), Westlab recommends wearing a face mask and/or safety eyewear for additional protection.
For protection against airborne particles that may be present in the environment due to aerosol-generating procedures (AGP), Westlab recommends wearing a face mask and/or safety eyewear for additional protection.
The hazards to consumers
If airborne particles are present in the environment and the face shield does not fully protect the user against exposure to those particles, this may lead to serious illness.
What consumers should do
Westlab will contact affected consumers in writing.
For additional protection against airborne particles, users are advised to follow the updated instructions for use and wear a face mask and/or safety eye ware when using the Westlab Reusable Medical Face Shield.
For further information, please contact Westlab Customer Service on 1800 358 101.
For additional protection against airborne particles, users are advised to follow the updated instructions for use and wear a face mask and/or safety eye ware when using the Westlab Reusable Medical Face Shield.
For further information, please contact Westlab Customer Service on 1800 358 101.
Details to help identify the product.
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Healthcare and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) suppliers
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2021/18942 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Therapeutic Goods Administration if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.