With over 30 years of experience in research, testing, standards, legislation and materials, John works in the FIRA International consultancy team providing training and support to customers on chemical and sustainability issues that will impact the furniture industry going forward including REACH, Biocidal Products Regulation, General Product safety and changes to the requirements for flame retardants as well as considerations for indoor air quality including VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) and formaldehyde emissions.