
AFRDI The Australasian Furnishing Research and Development Institute tests chairs to the Australian standards.These standards cover, strength, durability, stability, flammability and safety. Ergonomic assessment is available for AS/NZS 4438 only.
The suppliers of the chairs have formally agreed to maintain quality and to submit their products to regular auditing.
An AFRDI Level 6 certified office chair will meet most commercial needs. Level 6 chairs should be able to withstand extremely severe conditions of use, such as police stations, military installations, control rooms and use in heavy industry.