ISPA asks Calif. to clear up FR 'confusion'
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The International Sleep Products Assn. (ISPA) has requested the California officials to clarify the confusion regarding the federal mattress flammability standards and obtain authority from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to legally enforce a mandatory standard. The industry feels that consumers will be best served only by a mandatory standard that is legally enforceable.
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2004
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CPSC to get FR proposals this fall
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The step to be taken by Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to implement federal flammability standards for home furnishings has been described. The confusion surrounding the testimony given by International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) at a senate hearing has been mentioned.
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2004
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California still committed to FR standards
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The California Bureau of Home Furnishings has reiterated its commitment towards new open flame mattress flammability standards. The Board has said that the regulations will be effective from January 1, 2005.
Publication Name: Furniture-Today
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0194-360X
Year: 2004
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