BCI Burke Recalls Merge Playground Climbers Due to Entrapment Hazard

CPSC recall 20044 · announced December 19, 2019 · Bci Burke · 440 units affected

The product

This recall involves the Burke Merge metal climbers used on playground equipment for children to climb up to access the play structure. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that are placed on the exterior of the play structure.

The hazard

A welded rung opening on the sides of the climber poses an entrapment hazard to children.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should immediately stop using the Merge Climbers and block them off from children's use. BCI Burke is contacting all known owners directly by certified mail, and Burke representatives will inspect and replace climbers that are not compliant with the current voluntary standard for this product. Remedy type: Replace

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Through Burke sales representatives or Burke direct from November 2015 through August 2019 for about $1,460.
Consumer contact: BCI Burke at 800-356-2070 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.bciburke.com and click on the Recall Information tab for more information.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.