Regulations in Nursing homes

So today I have been reading on Regulations in Nursing homes as well as the Materials and Finishes that are required.


Chapter 7

Bedding and Furnishings
7.0 General
The inability and flammability properties of the contents of nursing homes are important in determining the ease with which fire can start, and also its rate of development. The type and quantity of smoke and toxic gases that results from the combustion of bedding and furnishings can be a significant bearing on the safety of the occupants of the building. Generally, bedding, furnishings are made of materials that are combustible and only a degree of safety can be attained by utilizing components based on resistance - to - ignition properties as assessed according to the recommended Standards. In general, fabrics made from cotton, wool, linen, viscose, and nylon are safer than fabrics made from polyester, nylon, polypropylene, and polyacrylics.
All replacement bedding and furnishing should meet the standards set out in the following sections. The Industrial Research and Standards (Fire Safety) Domestic Furniture Order 1995 (SI 316 of 1995) is also relevant.

Section 2, Filling materials should meet the requirements of I.S, 419 Clause 2, or Clause 3. As general function requirements furniture should be constructed of materials that cannot be easily ignited by a lighted cigarette or small flaming source.
7.5 Curtains and blinds as a general functional requirement vertical hanging should be made from materials that do not easily ignite, or which if ignited, transmit flame for a short distance only.