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Summary of the British Furniture Confederation’s Proposed Revision of Furniture & Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations

The Furniture Industry Research Association presents the wide ranging aspects of a sustainability hotspot analysis by researching and contextualising the commercial, reputational and material source risks that exist within supply chains.

This FIRA/FRQG Standard covers children's storage furniture (aged 3 to 12 years old) and includes scope, safety and performance requirements, and test report requirements

This guide is designed to give a general introduction to REACH awareness and user obligations

Report summarising the finding of a project which compares the potential of remanufactured furniture versus brand new product, carried out in collaboration with Orangebox.

This report investigates the impact of the presence of flame retardants on the furniture industry in relation to the disposal of upholstery and furnishings

This report aims to fuel the development of industry-wide initiatives to ensure that the skills agenda is fully addressed

Guide to help you understand the requirements for electrical systems in office and educational furniture

The use of flame retardants in furniture and furnishings is of great significance, especially in the UK, where fire safety of upholstery is governed by national legislation. The potential toxicity of some flame retardants has been cause for concern which prompted FIRA to investigate the state of the art and to answer some key questions being asked by the furniture industry.