Cheap CE goods

[fraserjim]

I recently bought some 'Electricians Screwdrivers' a 9 Piece set �4.99 with spend �20 or more on Diesel at a reputable garage anyway 7 of them twisted in their hanles and one snapped, as for electrical insulation I dont think so Obviously from the peoples replicapublic of China Snap Ping Ow province Who approves these things, who issues the CE mark

[cupra]

Some products can be self certified (ie: the manufacturer ensures they are built to the relevent standard without submitting them for testing) - however it is all to easy to chuck a CE mark on a product without carrying out tests.

If the screwdrivers are as bad as you say, I'd take them to Trading Standards and get them to investigate how dangerous they may be - especially if someone is relying on the insulation.

If someone in the EU were to wrongly mark goods, they could face a prison sentance, but with all these cheap imports it's impossible to police the manufacturers.

[FTVS]

I have to say it is my experience (albeit failry limited) that it is well worth investing money in decent tools after several similar experiences!