Raha Generator Shield Recalled Due to Radioactive Leak Hazard
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Health Canada has announced a recall for the Raha Generator Shield after a report of a radioactive leak caused by reversed eluate/eluent lines.
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This notice was issued by Health Canada on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
South West Exposures (2566031 Ont Inc) was indirectly made aware of a circumstance where a customer reversed the eluate/eluent lines on a Raha Generator Shield. This error resulted in a radioactive leak, prompting a formal health product recall.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves the following specific product details:
- Product Name: Raha Generator Shield
- Model or Catalogue Number: SWE-EP1740-001
- Lot or Serial Number: 50410014
- Manufacturer: 2566031 Ont Inc Dba South West Exposures, located at 50 Curzon Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4M 0C2.
What You Should Do
While the official recall notice does not specify immediate consumer actions, users of the affected equipment should exercise extreme caution. It is recommended that facilities using the Raha Generator Shield contact South West Exposures directly to discuss safety protocols or potential equipment inspections. Ensure all eluate and eluent lines are correctly identified and connected according to manufacturer specifications.
Why This Matters
A radioactive leak poses a significant health and safety risk to medical personnel and the public, requiring immediate attention to prevent accidental exposure.
Source
This information is sourced from the official Health Canada recall notice.
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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