Crib 5 UK Fire Regulations
CRIB 5 / Ignition Source 5 Fire Safety Requirements
What is CRIB 5 / Ignition Source 5?
CRIB 5, also known as Ignition Source 5, refers to the fire-resistance requirements for furniture and furnishings, including beds and mattresses, used in commercial and hospitality environments. Products are tested to meet the relevant UK fire safety standards. While these tests do not make a product completely fireproof, they significantly reduce the risk of ignition and help improve fire safety.
Who Does It Apply To?
CRIB 5 / Ignition Source 5 compliant beds and mattresses are required across a range of hospitality and commercial environments, including:
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Hotels
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Guest Houses
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Bed & Breakfasts
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Holiday Parks
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Holiday Lets
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Youth Hostels
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Universities
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Healthcare Facilities
What Makes a Product Fire Safety Compliant?
Mattresses and beds intended for commercial use must meet the relevant UK fire safety requirements. These include testing to the following standards:
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BS EN 597-1 – Cigarette test
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BS EN 597-2 – Match test
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CRIB 5 – BS 7177 – Higher-risk ignition source testing
Why Is Compliance Important?
UK fire safety legislation requires suitable furniture and furnishings to meet the necessary fire safety standards when used in commercial environments. Using mattresses or beds that do not meet the required standards may expose a business to serious legal and safety consequences. In the event of a fire, non-compliance could potentially result in prosecution and may also affect insurance cover.
Further Information
For more information about the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 and the applicable requirements, please visit the official UK legislation website:
