ISPA asks Calif. to clear up FR 'confusion'

Article Abstract:

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.

California, Household Furnishings, Other Household Textile Product Mills, Home furnishings, Powers and duties, International Sleep Products Association

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CPSC to get FR proposals this fall

Article Abstract:

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.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, FURNITURE AND FIXTURES, Standards, Furniture industry

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California still committed to FR standards

Article Abstract:

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.

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