Purpose and scope of certification
- As part of the certification program run by the European Office Furniture Association, office and non-domestic furniture can be certified at three different levels (1–3) to prove that it is manufactured in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible manner.
- The level certification covers four areas of impact: materials, energy and atmosphere, chemical management, and social responsibility, thus combining all relevant aspects of sustainability in a certificate that is valid throughout Europe.
- Level certification is often required in public tenders.
Structure of the certification process
The procedure comprises three mandatory elements:
- Initial surveillance of the manufacturer in the four areas of activity for the selected products, e.g., tables, cabinet furniture, chairs
- Certification of products by EPH GmbH, valid for 3 years, entry into the FEMB database, which is accessible to customers and end users
- Interim surveillance of the product manufacturer after approximately 18 months to maintain certification
Certificate variants
- There are three variants of the trademark, with Level 3 having the highest requirements:
