Several studies look at possible health impacts of flame retardants. Not all are scientifically convincing but pinfa recognises further research is needed. Gaylord 2020, which has obtained media coverage, suggests a link between brominated FRs and loss of IQ in the...
Five of the seven targeted product value chains announced in the new circular economy action Plan concern flame retardants and fire safety: electronics and ICT, batteries and vehicles, plastics, textiles (EU strategy for 2021) and construction. Proposals include:...
European Fire Safety Alliance (EurFSA) has published a ten-point “action plan” for fire safety to respond to the challenges of our ageing population (and the objective of living safely at home), the energy transition and the Green Deal. The ten actions proposed are:...
The Government of Ireland has opened a public consultation to 31st March 2020 on the national Furniture Fire Regulations Ireland, which currently require similar foam and textile cigarette and flame fire safety performance as the UK Furniture Fire Safety Regulation....
The International Fire Safety Standards (IFFS) Coalition has published a “Draft International Standard: International Fire Safety Standards (IFSS) – Common Principles – Safe Buildings Save Lives” . The consultation is open to 23rd March 2020. The proposal aims...
