Sheets certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® are tested according to the ASP:02-07 Sheet Certification Standard. The certification process uses an algorithm of proprietary and recognized scientific techniques to assess sheets for likely exposure to allergenic and irritant materials, both at the time of purchase and thereafter when the sheet is in use. Product samples that pass certification testing are granted a certificate stating that the particular sheet meets the requirements for the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® ASP:02-07 Certification Standard.
Allergy Standards Limited subjects sheets to physical and chemical testing to ensure that the sheet is not associated with properties that are likely to irritate asthma and/or allergy symptoms in susceptible individuals.
The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Mark is awarded to those sheet products that have been scientifically demonstrated to contribute to the goal of allergen reduction.
The sheet standard includes the following principles:
- The sheet must be an effective barrier to the passage of allergen
- Allergen accumulating on the outer surface of the sheet must be removable by the recommended eradication techniques at stipulated intervals
- The sheet must have the ability to withstand the recommended eradication techniques at the indicated frequency
- The sheet fabric must be “breathable” to ensure user comfort
- The sheet must not contain chemicals known to trigger allergenic or irritant responses when present above Certification levels
- Sheets are not sufficient allergen barriers alone, but can be certified when used in conjunction with an Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified Mattress Encasement or Mattress Cover.
All certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® sheets carry a unique certification code.
