A review of what is and could be on the horizon for the furniture sector in terms of alternative materials, and the pressures from specific consumer groups which might accelerate their adoption
Guide to the application of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. Identifying the relationship with furniture products and the impact on motorised domestic furniture falling within the scope of the Regulation
New substance added to the Substances of Very High Concern list
Summary of changes, new standards and standards in development
Summary of changes, new standards and standards in development
Guidance for those who specify contract and non-domestic furniture, to help with the creation of tender documents
A suggested mattress evaluation method, offering practical guidance for manufacturers, designers and retailers when comparing the comfort of mattresses. It takes into consideration the test environment, selection of participants, positioning of subjects, the test duration and the analysis of data
Clarification from the OPSS (Office for Product Safety Standards) via the Hertfordshire Trading Standards Office (TS), to determine if the office chairs in use in the home environment are required to comply with the UK’s Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (FFFSR-1988 Regulations) in circumstances where they have already been tested to BS 7176: 2008 + A1; 2011
New substances added to the Substances of Very High Concern list
