IFEDA, The Independent Fire Engineering & Distributors Association was formed in 1989, fulfilling a need to have a truly independent organisation representing companies and sole traders engaged in the supply, service and maintenance of fire protecdtion equipment within the United Kingdom. Membership of IFEDA is based on the democratic principle of one member one vote with everyone being treated equally and paying the same subscription.The objectives of IFEDA, as a trade association, are to support members and promote quality standards and procedures within the fire safety industry, through: Ensuring members achieve and maintain a quality system in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001: 2008 in line with requirements of the appropriate BAFE scheme Ensuring members operate the appropriate BAFE scheme/s requiring the licensing of all service personnel Providing communication on key legislative changes and other industry related news Providing a bank of data, technical memos, and other relevant information To regularly produce newsletters keeping members informed To provide training courses to keep members, and non-members, up-to-date with certificated qualifications, including BAFE recognised training courses; of which fire extinguisher training is of paramount importance IFEDA is also instrumental in promoting the benefits of these quality and professional standards to insurance companies, fire authorities, governments departments and other fire trade companies.