guide to the regulations on the fire safety of furniture and
furnishings, which will be available to freely download from the FIRA
website.
The guide, compiled by FIRA's flammability specialists, members of the
British Furniture Confederation (BFC) and other industry experts
covers the flammability requirements for all upholstered domestic
products such as:
* Sofas
* Armchairs
* Beds
* Mattresses and mattress toppers
* Outdoor furniture
The guide provides advice on the requirements for manufacturers of
fabrics and foams, as well as the manufacturer or retailer of the
final product.
According to government research, it is estimated that the furniture
regulations have saved between 710 and 1860 lives and avoided
thousands of injuries in the first 10 years of their implementation.
The guide details clarifications and updates on new technology,
includes a FAQ section along with sections on individual products.
Also included within the guide are summaries of the regulations,
current practices and changes in the industry, reasons for
misinterpretation of the regulations and outlines of the
responsibilities of different organisations throughout the supply
chain.
Martin Jourdan, chairman of the BFC, said: "It's become clear to us
that after many years of living with the UK's complex regulations on
flammability, companies still need expert help and advice in
understanding and complying with these regulations, and we hope that
this updated guide will help clarify the many aspects of this
subject."
