Recalls / 2012-10-25

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

13020 · Recalled 2012-10-25 · CPSC page

Picture of recalled 3-Step Pro Series step stool, model number HB3-PRO

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.

Hazards

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

Reported injuries

Tricam has received five reports of the standing platform breaking, one of which included a report of scrapes and abrasions to a consumer.

Remedy

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

Products

Name	Model	Units
Step Stool		About 84,000

Parties

Importer: Tricam Industries Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.
Made in: China
Sold at: The Home Depot

Consumer contact

Tricam Industries; toll-free (855) 336-0360, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or www.gorillaladders.net, then click on Recall for more information.

More images

J is stamped on the underside of the tool holder

J is stamped on the underside of the top step, left of the locking mechanism

Source: CPSC recall 13020. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.