Articles tagged ‘Fire’

Update on the new proposed 'Fire Safety of Domestic Upholstered Furniture Regulations'

Update on the new proposed 'Fire Safety of Domestic Upholstered Furniture Regulations'

Impact following the dissolution of Parliament
20th June, 2024 News
Research Association members respond to Government Flammability Regulations Consultation

Research Association members respond to Government Flammability Regulations Consultation

Collective member feedback on the 19 questions raised in the Government consultation
20th October, 2023 News
Flammability Regulations Consultation Update  – OPSS responds to questions

Flammability Regulations Consultation Update – OPSS responds to questions

Answers from Government regarding questions raised by members at our Flammability Consultation Forums
19th October, 2023 News
Furniture Fire Safety​

Furniture Fire Safety​

Key point: upholstered furniture has a significant impact on domestic house fires
27th November, 2019 News
BFC Proposal for updating UK Flammability Regulations - June 2017
Flammability

BFC Proposal for updating UK Flammability Regulations - June 2017

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

30th June, 2017 Flammability
Introduction to the Domestic Flammability Regulations Training
Flammability

Introduction to the Domestic Flammability Regulations Training

Recorded training to help you understand the fire safety regulations for household furniture

24th September, 2020 Flammability
Current and Alternative Flame Retardants for Upholstered Furniture
Flammability

Current and Alternative Flame Retardants for Upholstered 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.

30th July, 2015 Flammability
Contract Flammability Guide: Fire Safety of Furniture and Furnishings in the Non-domestic Sectors
Flammability

Contract Flammability Guide: Fire Safety of Furniture and Furnishings in the Non-domestic Sectors

This guide intends to clarify the regulations and explain the requirements for non-domestic furniture and furnishings, outline testing requirements and clarify end-use requirements

26th November, 2011 Flammability
Flammability Testing: Best Practice Guide (FRQG)
Flammability

Flammability Testing: Best Practice Guide (FRQG)

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

30th December, 2011 Flammability
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