Recall to Repair: Whitco Company LP Stadium Light Poles Can Fall Over, Posing Risk of Serious Injury and Death
CPSC recall 10295. Recall date: . Last publish date of the CPSC notice: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
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Remedy, in the words of CPSC
To reduce the risk of injury, Whitco Co. LP light poles should be inspected by an engineer or a Level II non-destructive testing technician immediately to identify cracking at or near the weld connecting the pole to the base plate flange. A visual examination with the naked eye or with a magnifier will not determine the extent of any cracking. Non-destructive techniques such as magnetic particle inspection, dye penetrant, or ultrasonic inspection techniques are recommended. If any cracking or fracturing is found, immediately have the affected poles repaired or replaced by a qualified professional. A design analysis to assess the stresses placed on the pole is also recommended. CPSC recommends that all outdoor steel stadium light poles be routinely inspected by a professional. As the…
CPSC recall 10295 has the recall date 6 Jul 2010. The notice names the firm Whitco Company LP, of Fort Worth, Texas (which is out of business). The recall has about 2,500 units. The median CPSC recall of 2010 has 8,400 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Fall. CPSC gives the product type Outdoor Electric Lighting Equipment.
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| Incidents and injuries | As of June 2010, CPSC has confirmed eleven incidents in which Whitco Co. LP poles fell. In one incident, a pole fell through the roof of a school gymnasium causing significant property damage. In two other incidents, the poles fell onto outdoor bleachers causing significant property damage. The latest incident occurred at Integrity Park Inc. in Argyle, Texas. The majority of incidents occurred in Texas with others in several other states where Whitco Co. LP poles have been installed. To date, CPSC is not aware of any injuries. However, some incidents have been close calls, with people… |
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| Units | 2,500 |
| Description | This recall to inspect and repair involves Whitco Co. LP outdoor steel stadium light poles from about 70 to 135 feet and weigh from about 1 to 4 tons. The poles are constructed of steel with a galvanized coating and were manufactured between 2000-2005.The poles can be found at facilities such as recreational parks and fields, schools and outdoor stadiums. Note: This release does not affect Whitco Pole products. |
| Product | Whitco Company LP poles 70 feet tall or higher, More than 2,500, Outdoor Electric Lighting Equipment |
| Sold at | Lighting contractors nationwide from 2000 through 2005. |
| Manufacturer | Whitco Company LP, of Fort Worth, Texas (which is out of business) |
| Made in | United States, Mexico |
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- Hazard: Fall
- Category: Outdoor Electric Lighting Equipment
- CPSC recalls of 2010
The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 2,500Median of 2010: 8,400
- CPSC recalls of 2010
- 362
- Recalls of 2010 with one of the same hazards
- 21%
- Recalls of 2010 in the category Outdoor Electric Lighting Equipment
- 0%
- Recalls on the register that name Whitco Company LP, of Fort Worth, Texas (which is out of business)
- 1
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 10295. https://recallregister.com/product/288-recall-to-repair-whitco-company-lp-stadium-light-poles-can-fall-over-p/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
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- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
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- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 10295 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
As of June 2010, CPSC has confirmed eleven incidents in which Whitco Co. LP poles fell. In one incident, a pole fell through the roof of a school gymnasium causing significant property damage. In two other incidents, the poles fell onto outdoor bleachers causing significant property damage. The latest incident occurred at Integrity Park Inc. in Argyle, Texas. The majority of incidents occurred in Texas with others in several other states where Whitco Co. LP poles have been installed. To date, CPSC is not aware of any injuries. However, some incidents have been close calls, with people…
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Lighting contractors nationwide from 2000 through 2005.
- How many units are in CPSC recall 10295?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
More than 2,500
- Where was the product made?
- The CPSC notice gives:
United States, Mexico