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  • 2021-03651 — CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition and Proposed Modification to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11005
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    In this notice, OSHA, part of the Department of Labor, announces that CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc. has applied to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). OSHA has made a preliminary finding in favor of this application. They are also proposing to add four new testing standards to their list of suitable test standards, asking for public comments on this proposal. Interested parties are invited to submit their comments by March 10, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA is looking at letting a company called CSA Group do more types of safety testing and is thinking about adding some new safety tests that they can use. They're asking people to share their thoughts about this by March 10, 2021.

  • 2024-31021 — Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.: Grant of Expansion of Recognition
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106600
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    OSHA has expanded the recognition of Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion includes adding two new test standards to Intertek's existing scope. Recognition means that OSHA acknowledges Intertek's ability to independently test and certify specific products for safety. The expanded recognition is effective from December 30, 2024, and Intertek must continue to comply with all relevant OSHA requirements.

    Simple Explanation

    When a company checks if toys or gadgets are safe for kids to use, they have to be really good at it, like Intertek, which got a new thumbs-up from a big safety boss to test even more things safely.

  • 2021-00502 — QAI Laboratories, Ltd. Applications for Expansion of Recognition
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2701
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    OSHA has announced its final decision to expand the scope of recognition for QAI Laboratories, Ltd. as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This decision allows QAI to include twenty-one additional test standards in its scope. OSHA concluded that QAI meets the necessary requirements after examining their applications and capability. This recognition enables QAI to continue testing and certifying specific products, ensuring they meet safety standards.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA decided to let QAI Laboratories test and certify more kinds of things to make sure they're safe, like a big helper seal of approval. They think QAI is good at this job but didn't say exactly how they checked, which might make some people wonder.

  • 2025-07125 — CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17464
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc. has applied to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). CSA wants to add a new testing site in Singapore to its recognized locations. OSHA initially found some issues during the evaluation of the Singapore site, but CSA resolved these, leading to a preliminary decision in favor of granting the application. The public is invited to comment on this preliminary finding before the final decision is announced.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA, a group that keeps work safe, is thinking about letting CSA Group have a new place in Singapore where they can test things to make sure they're safe. They think it's okay, but they want to make sure other people can say what they think before deciding for sure.

  • 2024-31342 — TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106603
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    OSHA has announced that TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc. is applying to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) to include an additional testing site in Taiwan. This recognition shows that TUV Rheinland meets the standards for safety testing and certification of certain products. OSHA is seeking public comments on this preliminary approval and will make a final decision after considering all feedback. Comments must be submitted by January 14, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    TUV Rheinland of North America wants to use a new place in Taiwan to help check if products are safe, and they are asking for permission to do so. People can tell OSHA what they think about this plan by January 14, 2025.

  • 2025-01396 — SGS North America, Inc.: Grant of Expansion of Recognition
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 7709
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    OSHA has officially decided to expand the recognition of SGS North America, Inc., allowing it to operate as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) at six new testing sites. These sites are located in Belgium, Japan, Germany, Taiwan, and Korea, with one new testing standard also included in the expansion. The decision follows thorough reviews and applications by SGS, with conditions requiring SGS to notify OSHA about any major changes in its operations. The recognition ensures that SGS can perform testing and certification of products to meet OSHA standards.

    Simple Explanation

    In a nutshell, OSHA is letting a company named SGS North America test more things to make sure they are safe, and now they can do this testing in new places around the world, like Germany and Japan. Think of it like SGS getting a big stamp of approval to check if things are safe in more places!

  • 2025-07124 — DEKRA Certification, Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17466
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    OSHA, part of the U.S. Department of Labor, has announced that DEKRA Certification Inc. is seeking to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). DEKRA wants to add two new facilities in Shanghai, China, to its scope of recognition. OSHA has done an initial review of DEKRA's application and found it acceptable, but they are asking the public for comments to confirm if DEKRA meets all required standards. The final decision on this application will be made by the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA is thinking about letting a company called DEKRA use more places in China to test how safe things are, but they want to make sure everything is fine, so they are asking people to share what they think first.

  • 2024-31361 — CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107167
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced that the CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc. has applied to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). The expansion would add one test standard to their scope of recognition. OSHA has made a preliminary finding supporting this application and invites public comments regarding whether CSA meets relevant requirements. Comments are due by January 15, 2025, and the final decision will be published in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA is thinking about letting CSA Group do more kinds of safety tests. They want people to say what they think before they decide.