TUV Rheinland Expands Safety Certification Reach in U.S.
Published Date: 4/25/2025
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Summary
TUV Rheinland of North America wants to expand its official testing powers recognized by OSHA. This means they can test more products to keep workers safe. If approved, businesses using their services might see new testing options soon, with no extra costs announced yet.
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OSHA May Let Lab Test More Products
TUV Rheinland of North America applied to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), and OSHA has a preliminary finding to grant that expansion. If approved, businesses that use TUV Rheinland may have new product testing options to help keep workers safe, and the notice states no extra costs have been announced.
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