The standards cover ergonomics, strength, durability, stability, flammability and safety. 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 essentially signifies that a chair should be able to withstand extremely severe conditions of use, such as police stations, military installations, control rooms and use in heavy industry.

AFRDI Level 5 certified office chairs are suitable for heavy duty office, industrial and similar application.

AFRDI Level 4 certified office chairs are suitable for office, general keyboard and executive use.

Although high(er) levels of rated load and durability are often being specified, most commercial requirements should be satisfied by products compliant with these levels.

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List of Certified Height Adjustable Swivel Chairs

Specialist Office Seating - strength & durability only certified for AS/NZS 4438

Information Kit on Testing Office Swivel Chairs