CIL provides accredited BIFMA testing services in Surat, Gujarat, India. CIL is the only accredited testing laboratory in India to conduct BIFMA test. CIL is an ISO 17025 accredited testing laboratory. Basic Elements of BIFMA level Sustainability Criteria. Tested furniture needs to meet certain minimum requirements in four different impact areas, Materials, Material and natural resource considerations such as the product design process or the efficient use of materials are addressed in this category. Main features of the materials could consist of recycled content or rapidly renewable, bio based and climate neutral characteristics. Water and waste management, packaging and product life cycle impacts are also relevant in this section. Energy and Atmosphere, Energy and atmospheric considerations such as establishing an energy policy are outlined in this area of impact. Other aspects include energy and greenhouse gas audits, the reduction of energy impacts, renewable energy use and generation, product embodied energy and greenhouse gas reporting. Human and Ecosystem Health, Impacts on both human health and the natural ecosystem resulting from chemical constituents used in furniture products, production processes and the operations and maintenance of facilities are addressed in this category. Social Responsibility, Management practices designed to avoid, detect or respond to threats to employee and community health and safety is the main focus of this section. Credits will be awarded for inclusiveness, good corporate citizenship, community engagement and instilling these practices into the supply chain. The Three Conformance Tiers of BIFMA level, The BIFMA level is divided into three conformance tiers. Tested furniture products can be awarded a level 1, level 2, or level 3 conformance mark based on the accrued score achieved in their sustainability evaluation. Scoring is based on the degree to which the product, the manufacturer and production facilities meet sustainability requirements in the four areas of Materials, Energy & Atmosphere, Human & Ecosystem Health and Social Responsibility. level 1 32 to 44total points, at least 5 of which are product related points. level 2 45 to 62total points, at least 11 of which are product related points. level 2 63 to 100total points, at least 18 of which are product related points. BIFMA level for Credits of Green Building Rating Systems. level certified products can contribute to the required attributes of LEED and other green ratings systems. The level sustainability certification can account for more attributes than any other standard including material composition, lifecycle analysis (LCA) b Carbon Footprint, Water Footprint and Product Life Cycle Assessment), recycled percentage composition and chemicals as well as eco and human health impacts. Product Categories for BIFMA level Certification. We test these furniture product groups for sustainability, Moveable walls, Systems furniture, Desking systems, Case goods, Tables, Seating, Accessories. Therefore, there are some distinct advantages in purchasing furniture approved by BIFMA. There is the assurance that any BIFMA approved furniture has met rigorous standards for safety. You can feel confident in the fact that any piece of BIFMA approved furniture will help promote a working environment that is functional and healthy. When such an environment is promoted, there is likely to be an increase in productivity and a decrease in work related injuries or accidents as a result. Workers are sure to feel safe and inspired. While some furniture that is not BIFMA approved is still technically safe, when purchasing BIFMA approved furniture, you are also receiving peace of mind. That peace of mind is something unique to BIFMA approved office furniture. Working environments are extremely important, and it is vital to provide the best one possible.
Product details
Accreditation | ISO 17020 |
Accredited | Yes |
Mode of Report | Soft Copy |
Certification Provided with in | 15 days |
Type of Industry | Furniture |
Type of Certification | Renewal |
Services offered | Audit |
Document verification Mode | Online |
Target Location | Pan India |
Certifications Provided | BIFMA |