Waterproof Infant Mattresses that are certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly are tested according to the ASP:02-22/101 Waterproof Infant Mattress Certification Standard.
The Certification process uses an algorithm of proprietary and recognized scientific techniques to assess Waterproof Infant Mattresses for likely exposure to allergenic and irritant materials, both at the time of purchase and thereafter when in use. Product samples that successfully pass testing are granted a certificate stating that the particular Waterproof Infant Mattress meets the requirements for the Asthma & Allergy Friendly ASP:02-22/101 Certification Standard.
Allergy Standards Limited subjects Waterproof Infant Mattresses to both physical and chemical testing to ensure that the product does not have properties that are likely to irritate either asthma or allergy symptoms in susceptible people.
The Waterproof Infant Mattress standard includes the following principles:
- The Waterproof Infant Mattress must incorporate a layer that acts as an effective barrier to the passage of allergen into the mattress
- Allergen accumulating on the surface of the Waterproof Infant Mattress must be removable by the recommended eradication techniques at stipulated intervals
- The Waterproof Infant Mattress must have the ability to withstand the recommended eradication techniques at the indicated frequency
- The barrier fabric of the Waterproof Infant Mattress must be “breathable” to ensure user comfort
- The Waterproof Infant Mattress must not contain chemicals above Certification levels, that are known to trigger allergenic or irritant response
- The Waterproof Infant Mattress must allow adequate water vapour resistance and must be resistant to water penetration
- The firmness of the Waterproof Infant Mattress is assessed
All Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly Waterproof Infant Mattresses carry a unique certification code.
