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Recorded training session to give members a high level overview of REACH and where their responsibilities lay

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

Setting up an ergonomic workspace in the home is more important than ever.

Summary of changes, new standards and standards in development

Summary of changes, new standards and standards in development

An in-depth analysis of the latest available data sourced from Government bodies including the Office for National Statistics (ONS), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), Communities and Local Government, and the Bank of England. The digest includes statistics on furniture manufacturing, furniture and furnishings retail and international trade, and consumer behaviour

An introduction to REACH awareness, restricted and banned substances that affect the furniture industry, determination of articles and their substance, and how to initiate a chemical risk assessment of an article