OSHA Expands CSA Group's Product Safety Testing Recognition

2026-10274 — UL LLC: Grant of Expansion of Recognition

OSHA just gave UL LLC the green light to add a new testing site to their official safety lab list, effective May 22, 2026. This means UL can now test and certify more products to keep workplaces safer. Employers using UL-tested gear can trust it meets OSHA’s tough safety rules—no extra costs or delays, just more trusted testing power!

2026-10275 — UL LLC: Application for Expansion of Recognition and Proposed Modification to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards

UL LLC wants to expand its role as a trusted safety tester and add a new test standard to the official list. This means more products can get checked faster and safer, helping businesses and workers alike. If you have thoughts, speak up by June 8, 2026—no fees or costs are changing right now!

2026-09116 — Ethylene Oxide (EtO) Standard; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

OSHA is asking for public feedback to extend the approval for paperwork rules tied to the Ethylene Oxide (EtO) safety standard. This affects businesses that handle EtO, keeping their reporting requirements in place without adding new costs or deadlines. Comments are open until July 7, 2026, so employers and the public have time to weigh in.

2026-09119 — Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Standard; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

OSHA is asking for public feedback to keep the paperwork rules for hazardous waste and emergency response workers. This extension means employers must keep following the same info collection rules, with no new costs or changes. Comments are open until July 7, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to speak up!

2026-08495 — Fire Brigades Standard; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

OSHA is asking for public feedback to keep collecting info from fire brigades under their safety rules. This extension means employers must keep sharing paperwork, but no new costs or changes are coming. If you’re involved with fire brigades, make sure to comment by June 30, 2026, to have your say!

2026-08530 — Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH or Committee): Notice of Meetings

The Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH) will hold virtual meetings on May 19-20, 2026, to discuss important safety standards for construction workers. Anyone involved in construction safety can join or send comments by May 13. These meetings help shape rules that keep workers safe without costing extra money.

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NOAA wants to team up with businesses and schools to help run and improve global ocean monitoring systems. They’re asking for ideas on how these partnerships could work long-term but aren’t offering money or contracts yet. This is a heads-up to get everyone thinking about the future of ocean observation and how to keep it strong and smart.

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The government is updating its list of products and services bought from nonprofit groups that help people who are blind or have severe disabilities. Some new services are being added, while others are being removed. These changes help support these amazing agencies and make sure the right services are provided at the right time.