PRA number
2019/17301
Published date
Product description
Small first aid kit with first aid supplies to assist a consumer treat a minor first aid incident. The kit includes a thermometer which is the subject of the recall.
Reasons the product is recalled
The battery compartment may not be adequately secured allowing possible access to the button battery if the product is dropped on a hard surface.
The hazards to consumers
If young children gain access to the button batteries and ingest them, they may suffer internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness and even death. In addition, the batteries may pose a choking hazard to young children.
What consumers should do
If you use or have a St John Ambulance Tiny Tots First Aid Kit, remove the electronic thermometer and discard it. You can contact St John Ambulance for a free replacement electronic thermometer by phoning 1300 956 625 or by emailing team1@stjohn.org.au.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
St John Ambulance National Product Sourcing Unit (NPSU) NSW
St John Ambulance Victoria, NSW, ACT, SA, NT, QLD, TAS, WA
St John Ambulance Victoria, NSW, ACT, SA, NT, QLD, TAS, WA
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Online
Dates available for sale
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Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.