Recalls / 2022-03-31

Maped Helix USA Recalls Metal Lockable Drug Chests Due to Risk of Poisoning

22109 · Recalled 2022-03-31 · CPSC page

Recalled Helix Metal Lockable Drug Security Chest - closed

Description

This recall involves the Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests. The white metal, rectangular security chests are used to store medications, drugs and other medical supplies. They measure about 8 inches wide by 13 inches long by 8 inches deep and come with two keys, a security tether and a mounting kit. HELIX is metal stamped on the lid next to a cross inside a red circle. Security chests with a locking arm on the left side are included in this recall.

Hazards

The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning.

Reported injuries

Maped Helix USA has received two reports of the locking mechanism failing. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests until repaired and contact Maped Helix USA to be shipped a free consumer-installable repair kit.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests		About 7,700

Parties

Importer: Maped Helix USA Inc., of Bloomingdale, Illinois
Made in: China
Sold at: Educators Resource, Court Street Office Supplies, online at www.amazon.com

Consumer contact

Maped Helix USA at 800-645-1421, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or online at: https://us.maped.com/safety-recall-information or www.maped.com and click on "Safety Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.

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Recalled Helix Metal Lockable Drug Security Chest - open

Security chests with a locking arm on the left side are included in this recall

Source: CPSC recall 22109. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.