Written question asked by Baroness Berger (Labour) on Monday, 20 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 August 2026. It was answered by Baroness Sherlock (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.
Health Hazards: Fire Resistant Materials
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the health risks to upholsterers and furniture sector workers from the handling of flame retardant treated materials.
- Answer
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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has recognised the risks to textile workers who routinely handle finished fabrics, including those treated with fire-resistant finishes. HSE has produced a specific guidance page on its website which covers both the initial manufacture and any secondary processing of finished fabrics (such as upholstery). The guidance page can be found here: https://www.hse.gov.uk/textiles/fabric-finishes.htm.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL2283
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Chemicals Health hazards Furniture Skilled workers Fire resistant materials
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- 2026-07-29 15:25:53 +0100
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