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

  • Recalled Helix Metal Lockable Drug Security Chest - closed
  • Recalled Helix Metal Lockable Drug Security Chest-opened
  • Security chests with a locking arm on the left side are included in this recall.
Name of Product:
Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests
Hazard:

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

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
March 31, 2022
Units:

About 7,700

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.

Recall Details

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.

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.

Incidents/Injuries:

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

Sold At:
Educators Resource and Court Street Office Supplies stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com from January 2021 through December 2021 for about $65.
Importer(s):

Maped Helix USA Inc., of Bloomingdale, Illinois

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
22-109
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