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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.

OSHA announced UL LLC's application for expanding its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). UL requested to add 14 test standards to its scope, for which OSHA has made a preliminary decision to grant the expansion. In addition, OSHA proposed adding eight new test standards to its program's list and is seeking public comments on these matters until March 10, 2021. Comments and requests can be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal, with more information available on the OSHA website.

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.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has decided to end its rulemaking process concerning COVID-19 exposure in healthcare settings. Originally, OSHA issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) in 2021 to protect healthcare workers from COVID-19, but with the COVID-19 public health emergency over, OSHA believes a standard focusing on broader infectious diseases is more appropriate for long-term worker protection. Instead of finalizing a separate COVID-19 regulation, OSHA will concentrate resources on creating comprehensive rules addressing various infectious diseases, including COVID-19, to better safeguard healthcare workers.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is evaluating the application from Japan Electrical Safety & Environment Technology Laboratories (JET) to become a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This status would allow JET to test and certify products for workplace safety, meeting OSHA's standards. The public is invited to comment by May 27, 2025, before a final decision is made. OSHA confirms that JET seems to satisfy all necessary requirements, but this is still a preliminary finding.

OSHA is inviting public comments on its proposal to extend OMB's approval for information collection under the Marine Terminals and Longshoring Standard. This request includes a reduction in the estimated paperwork burden from 55,030 to 50,421 hours due to changes in the industry. Comments should address the necessity and utility of the information collected, its accuracy, and ways to reduce the burden on businesses. The collection aims to help ensure safety and health standards are met in marine terminal operations.

The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on an information collection proposal under the Occupational Safety and Health Act Variance Regulations. This proposal, which has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for approval, involves collecting data on how businesses comply with OSHA's standards using variances. The public is encouraged to provide comments on the necessity, accuracy, and potential ways to improve or reduce the burden of this information collection by February 18, 2025. This request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act, and its approval is necessary for the collection to proceed.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public feedback on its proposal to extend the approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding information collection requirements under the 1,2-Dibromo-3-Chloropane (DBCP) Standard. This extension aims to protect workers from harmful health effects caused by DBCP exposure by requiring employers to monitor and report exposure levels. OSHA is particularly interested in comments about the necessity of the information collection, the accuracy of burden estimates, and ways to reduce the burden on employers. Comments must be submitted by May 9, 2025, either electronically or by fax, ensuring to include the relevant OSHA docket number.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public comments on extending the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval for collecting information under the Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories standard. This extension aims to ensure that laboratories continue managing chemical hazards effectively to protect employees' health. OSHA seeks feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of the information collected, as well as ways to minimize the burden on businesses. They propose reducing the estimated paperwork burden from 622,482 to 602,594 hours and reducing estimated costs significantly due to updated pricing methods for medical consultations and examinations. Comments must be submitted by April 15, 2025.

OSHA has announced that TUV SUD America, Inc. (TUVAM) has applied to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This would allow TUVAM to include eight additional test standards in their scope of recognition. OSHA found TUVAM's application acceptable, although it is not a final approval, and is inviting public comments until February 18, 2021. After considering public input, the Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health will make the final decision on the application.