Within the joint action, extension cords and hair dryers were controlled. The selection of the mentioned types of products is the result of mutual agreement, considering the criteria of prevalence and frequency of use of the electrical products, as well as types of potential hazards that these electrical products can pose for consumers.

Market Surveillance Agency of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the market inspections of the Republic Administration for Inspection Affairs and Federal Administration for Inspection Affairs have successfully implemented surveillance activities according to the Order on electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits (Official Gazette of BiH, 98/09).

Based on visual and administrative control, product samples were selected and subjected to laboratory tests. The samples did not meet the prescribed safety requirements. Non-compliances were identified that could pose risks of electric shock or fire to consumers.

Based on the assessed risk, appropriate measures were taken. Given the severity of the electric shock and fire risks, one extension cord model was withdrawn from the market and destroyed (total of 72 products). The tested hair dryer model had labelling non-compliances and as such did not pose a serious risk to consumers. However, the importer took voluntary measures to withdraw and destroy the product (total of 4 products).