Independent testing, certification, technical and inspection services for the furniture industry

We are FIRA International

PROUD TO BE PART OF ELEMENT

FIRA International, part of the Element Group, specialises in providing a comprehensive range of independent testing, inspection, certification, technical and training services to the furniture industry. We exist to help our customers to make certain that their materials, products, systems and operations are safe, quality, compliant and ultimately fit for purpose.

Our Services

Testing Services

Our experts test to all the main standards British, European and American standards for all types of domestic and contract furniture.

FIRA Gold Certification

FIRA Gold Certification is the quality mark recognised across the furniture industry, spanning products and installation services.

Technical Services

Our technical services experts have a long history and wealth of experience in the furniture industry, offering support across the furniture supply chain.

Training

Find out more about our training portfolio, delivered by our team of technical experts.

Video

BUILDING ASSURANCE - SOLUTIONS FOR A COMPLEX WORLD

Every day, FIRA International delivers technically complex solutions in an increasingly complex world, to build the assurance that our customers, their customers and society needs. Find out more.

News

The Latest News from FIRA International

Sustainability training for the furniture industry with FIRA International

New UKTR training course, hosted by John Hubbard

Supporting delegates to understand requirements that apply to different categories of operators and traders, and demonstrating compliance

'Best Testing Services / Certification Provider' 2023

The entire team at FIRA International are delighted to have been recognised as 'Best Testing Services / Certification Provider', for the third year running.

Furniture flammability testing training and webinars

Flammability training schedule - September and October

Flammability training courses, hosted by Steve Cotton, with a focus on the domestic, contract and bed/mattress sectors

Howard James, Testing and Technical Manager, FIRA International

Testing times for furniture retailers

Less than five months into 2023 and nine different items of furniture have been recalled by the Government, with all bar one product failing to comply with the FFFSR

Our team of testing, inspection, certification and training engaged experts are ready to help you.

MAKE AN ENQUIRY TODAY