China frauds that kill people
Rock climbing equipment is sold by name and reputation. There is not a government standard but climbing equipment is tested to destruction by the International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation (the UIAA). The UIAA produces one of the best private safety standards in existence.
Now to add to children's toys containing lead there is fake climbing equipment coming out of China. Petzl - a reputable manufacturer - has been putting out warnings about equipment which copies their logo and stamps but does not meet UIAA standards. The equipment fails under 70 percent of required test loads.
The Chinese frauds I write about will hurt you financially.
This Chinese fraud will splatter your brains on the ground.
Whilst it is trite to say fake rock climbing equipment is a geo-political issue fake rock climbing equipment and lead in toys will fan protectionist flames - and I doubt that will be constructive.
Bluntly: corporate manslaughter through fraud is something no civilized society takes lightly. This is headed in that direction.
John