Standards and Regulatory Update December 2024
Including updates to furniture standards, new standards in development, and the latest on furniture industry-related regulations and consultations
Details of new standards, changes and standards in development
Details of new standards, changes and standards in development
This article is a beginner's guide to performance measurement
Summary of highchair testing and specification requirements taking account of the current standards and possible introduction of a European standard.
This FIRA Standard specifies the performance requirements for all types of bariatric seating for office, hospital, contract and domestic use. It covers safety, strength and durability performance requirements for users whose body weight is in the region of 150 kg to 300 kg
Developed in conjunction with The Furniture Retail Quality Group, whose members include technologists from many of the leading UK furniture retailers.
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
Guide to help you understand the requirements for electrical systems in office and educational furniture
Guide for manufacturers and suppliers of upholstery and components to help identify the flammability testing requirements for different upholstery components in a straightforward manner. The guide draws upon experience gained by retailers and test organisations when conducting ignition tests for the industry and other interested parties