

Standards and Regulatory Update September 2025
Including updates to furniture standards, new standards in development, and the latest on furniture industry-related regulations and consultations
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
To support members in meeting the strict requirements of CE Marking Directives for those exporting to Europe
Summary of changes, new standards and standards in development
Summary of changes, new standards and standards in development
Summary of changes, new standards and standards in development
The route for claiming compliance with BS 7176 - Specification for resistance to ignition of upholstered furniture for non-domestic seating
This FIRA standard specifies requirements for the remanufacture of:
This FIRA Standard specifies the performance and dimensional requirements of bariatric beds. It covers test methods and requirements for the safety, strength and durability for use by persons weighing between 150 kg to 250 kg (23.5 – 40 stone)
Details of new standards and standards in development