Are there fire codes that apply to stacking chair selection?

Commercial stacking chairs used in assembly occupancies (event venues, churches, auditoriums, conference centers) are subject to fire code requirements for upholstery flammability. The most relevant standards: California Technical Bulletin 133 (CAL 133) applies to seating in California public occupancies — more stringent than CAL 117, requiring the entire assembled chair (including foam and frame) to pass a large-scale open-flame test. NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code) and IBC require that furniture in assembly occupancies not contribute significantly to fire spread. For most commercial offices, CAL 117-2013 is the applicable standard. Always verify with your local fire authority what standard applies to your specific occupancy type. OfficeFurniture2go.com provides fire code documentation for commercial stacking chair products — call 1-800-460-0858.