# Stage and Riser Caddies Recalled by Midwest Folding Products Due to Risk of Injury or Death Child died when stage stored on caddy fell on her
> **CPSC recall** · 2012-08-01 · 12239 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 12239
- **Date:** 2012-08-01
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Stage and riser caddies

## Hazards

The caddy's latches do not automatically close to secure the stages and risers when stored. Unsecured stages and risers can fall off the caddies and onto consumers.

## Manufacturer(s)

Midwest Folding Products, of Chicago, Ill.

## Retailer(s)

Sold by Midwest Folding Products' dealers to churches, schools, performing arts centers and various other organizations nationwide and online at www.midwestfolding.com from January 1989 through March 2012 for about $1,200.

## Description

This recall involves Midwest Folding Products' caddies used to store collapsible stages and risers when they are not being used. The caddies are brown, gray or black metal and measure 44 inches long by 30 inches wide by 60 inches high. They hold six 96-inch long or eight 48 to 72-inch long stage or riser platforms. Yellow caution and instruction labels are located on the caddy's frame.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Stage-and-Riser-Caddies-Recalled-by-Midwest-Folding-Products-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-Child-died-when-stage-stored-on-caddy-fell-on-her)
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