Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 10,000 units
Recall No. 17-035 Published November 23, 2016

Practi-VALVE training valves

The end-cap of the valves can detach in a person's mouth while being used during CPR training, posing a choking hazard. Manufactured by Ningbo Sifang Medical Corp. and sold at Amazon.com and wnlproducts.com and in the following catalogs: Channing Bete Company, CPR Savers & First Aid Supply, Emergency Medical Products, MCR Medical Supply, NASCO, School Health Company, School Nurse Supply and World Point ECC from July 2016 – September 2016 for about $12.

Recalled Work ‘N Leisure Practi-Valve
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Recalled Work ‘N Leisure Practi-Valve

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Affected model numbers
UPC codes
854579001247

Why it was recalled

The end-cap of the valves can detach in a person's mouth while being used during CPR training, posing a choking hazard.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received three reports of the end-caps of the valves detaching from the Practi-Valve into consumers' mouths or throats during CPR training.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled valves and contact Work 'N Leisure to return the valves for free replacements.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerNingbo Sifang Medical Corp., of China
UnitsAbout 10,000
Made inChina
Sold atAmazon.com and wnlproducts.com and in the following catalogs: Channing Bete Company, CPR Savers & First Aid Supply, Emergency Medical Products, MCR Medical Supply, NASCO, School Health Company, School Nurse Supply and World Point ECC
Sales periodJuly 2016 – September 2016
PriceAbout $12

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-884-9629
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.wnlproducts.com

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