This document discusses flame resistance in textiles. It defines flame resistance as preventing, terminating, or inhibiting flaming combustion following ignition. Flammability of textiles can cause injuries and property damage from fires. Standards tests involve exposing fabric samples to a flame for 1-4 seconds and measuring how far flames spread. Textiles can be made flame resistant through inherent fibers, fibers with flame-retardant chemicals, or flame-resistant finishes. Common flame-retardant fibers include asbestos, glass fibers, and aramids. Chemicals like phosphorus, nitrogen, and halogens are also used to impart flame resistance when added to fabrics like polyester, cotton, and their blends.