--- title: "Equipment Recalls: STIHL and Guardian" description: Two important recalls have been released recently for critical equipment. Learn more about these recalls and best practices for keeping employees safe. image: https://www.thesilverlining.com/hubfs/recalls.jpg --- [![West Bend Insurance](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HS%20TEST%20LOGO.png?width=233&height=65&name=HS%20TEST%20LOGO.png "West Bend Insurance")](https://www.thesilverlining.com) ![toggle mobile navigation](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hs-fs/file-1692861603-png/images/nav-toggle.png) [![West Bend Insurance](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hs-fs/file-1696307430-png/images/logo-west-bend.png)](https://www.thesilverlining.com/) [Find An Agent](https://www.thesilverlining.com/find-an-insurance-agent) ![](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hs-fs/file-1939610327-jpg/website_images/smart-business-blog-banner.jpg) # Equipment Recalls: STIHL and Guardian Posted by [Kayla Eggert, AINS, ARM](https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/author/kayla-eggert) on Aug 4, 2021 8:30:00 AM [![Share on facebook](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hubfs/social-icons/facebook-blue.svg) ](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/equipment-recalls-stihl-and-guardian?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook) [![Share on linkedin](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hubfs/social-icons/linkedin-blue.svg) ](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/equipment-recalls-stihl-and-guardian?utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin) [![Share on twitter](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hubfs/social-icons/twitter-x-blue.svg) ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/equipment-recalls-stihl-and-guardian?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&url=https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/equipment-recalls-stihl-and-guardian?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&source=tweetbutton&text=) [![Share on pinterest](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hubfs/social-icons/pinterest-blue.svg) ](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesilverlining.com%2Fbusinessblog%2Fblog%2Fequipment-recalls-stihl-and-guardian%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dpinterest&media=) Two recently released recalls include equipment manufactured by STIHL and Guardian. Anyone using these pieces of equipment should stop doing so for safety reasons. One recall involves STIHL cut-off machines; [click here for more information](https://www.stihlusa.com/information/recalls/) on the affected models. These have been recalled because the flywheel can break apart while the engine is running, which creates a projectile hazard for the user and any bystanders. STIHL will repair the defect for free.![recalls](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hs-fs/hubfs/recalls.jpg?width=259&name=recalls.jpg) The second recall is for some models of Guardian’s Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRLs). Read more about [which SRLs are affected here](https://www.guardianfall.com/product.php?id=207). In some situations, the product’s energy absorber may not deploy properly, which could cause serious injury or death. Guardian will inspect and replace the affected SRLs if they fail testing. ## Checking for Recalls These recalls are just two of many recalls that occur every year. Recalled products or equipment can cause serious injuries, or even death, if the issues aren’t addressed. Does your organization have a procedure to ensure your employees aren’t using recalled equipment? Registering your equipment with the manufacturer when purchased can help with this, as manufacturers will sometimes contact users after a recall. However, this can’t always be relied on, especially for critical safety equipment like the SRLs above. One way to keep track of potential recalls is to simply check the manufacturer’s website at regular intervals throughout the year. This can be incorporated into the routine maintenance schedule already in place for equipment. Simply add a section to the maintenance paperwork that includes a quick recall check. This way, you can be sure the equipment being used is safe for your employees and anyone else on the jobsite. **Topics:** [Safety](https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/topic/safety), [Product Recall](https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/topic/product-recall) If you’re a content writer and would like to contribute to our blog, click [here](https://www.thesilverlining.com/content-contributor-agreement) to read our guidelines. ![Kayla Eggert, AINS, ARM](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hubfs/images/Kayla-Eggert-blog-author.jpg) #### Kayla Eggert, AINS, ARM Kayla Eggert began her insurance career at West Bend in 2014 as an underwriting tech, but quickly moved into the Loss Control department as a loss control assistant. There she created content and resources while supporting loss control field representatives. In 2019, she was promoted to loss control representative, and her primary responsibilities included meeting with business owners onsite and providing safety/risk management training and services. Since accepting a new opportunity in Marketing as a marketing services specialist in 2020, she has authored many blogs as a loss control expert. She now heads up content creation, collaborating with team members to educate our policyholders and the public. Kayla graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a bachelor’s degree in human development and family studies. During her time with West Bend, she’s earned the Associate Insurance Services (AINS) and Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designations. In her spare time, Kayla enjoys spending time with her family, running, and reading. 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