Optional Guard Rails (Midwest Folding) – Safety Platform Attachment (2005)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Optional Guard Rails sold on Standing Choral Risers
Brand
Midwest Folding Products Inc., of Chicago, Ill.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Midwest Folding Products Inc., of Chicago, Ill. is recalling Optional Guard Rails sold on Standing Choral Risers. The hazard is: Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, wh. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The product is a guard rail that attaches to the top level of a standing choral riser set, with three tiered levels of horizontal platforms, on which individuals stand. The recall includes Optional Guard Rails (model numbers GRU30, 36 and 48) installed on Standing Choral Risers (model numbers TRP3C and SRP3C). Risers without guard rails are not included in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, which poses a risk of injury from falling from the risers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Owners of the choral riser sets with optional guard rails have been contacted directly by the Midwest Folding Products, Inc. and provided with information about how to obtain a free repair kit. If an owner of a choral riser set with optional guard rail has not already been contacted by Midwest Folding Products, the owner should stop using the risers immediately and contact Midwest Folding Products.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026