Standards and Regulatory Update March 2026
Updates to furniture standards, standards in development, and the latest on industry-relevant regulations and consultations
11th March, 2026
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Bariatric Beds: Performance and Dimensional Requirements - FIRA Standard FS060: 2019
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)
1st October, 2019
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Standards update report - September 2019
Details of new standards and standards in development
25th September, 2019
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Standards update report - June 2019
Details of new standards and standards in development
14th June, 2019
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Standards update report - March 2019
Details of four new standards and standards in development
1st April, 2019
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Standards update report - December 2018
Details of new standards, changes and standards in development
31st December, 2018
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Standards update report - September 2018
Details of new standards, changes and standards in development
25th September, 2018
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Standards update report - June 2018
Details of new standards, changes and standards in development
5th June, 2018
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What do I need to know to sell highchairs in the UK?
Summary of highchair testing and specification requirements taking account of the current standards and possible introduction of a European standard.
29th September, 2017
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Bariatric Seating: Performance and Dimensional Requirement - FIRA Standard FS058: 2017
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
14th September, 2017
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