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PFAS Foam Restrictions Finalised

The EPA’s final deadline for phasing out PFAS-containing firefighting foams is 3 December 2025, ending all contained use of PFOA-related compounds in New Zealand.

At the recent CNIWC H&S meeting, fire experts Alastair Ramsey and Steve Smith from PSL Fire and Safety—confirmed that most suppliers have already transitioned to non-PFAS extinguishing agents.

The industry appears well-positioned ahead of the deadline. If you have any questions contact Alastair on 021 5615 417. Thanks to Blair Cooper for raising this issue.