Various corded window coverings recalled due to strangulation hazard to children

The recalled blinds do not meet the Corded Window Coverings Regulations and pose a strangulation hazard. Young children may pull looped cords around their neck, or become entangled in the cords, causing a strangulation hazard. Children can become entangled in blind cords, which can quickly lead to strangulation and even death. Health Canada recommends cordless window coverings. For more information on the hazard, see Blind Cord Safety . As of May 1, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.

Strangulation hazard

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and keep all cords away from children. The cord(s) may be cut prior to disposal of the product. Green Mountain Vista will provide a replacement product with photo documentation of the destroyed product. For more information, consumers can contact Green Mountain Vista by telephone at 1-802-862-0159, Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 3:30pm ET, by email at office@gmvista.com or visit the company website at www.gmvista.com . Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada. Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form . This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website . You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.

Various top down bottom up corded window coverings

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