OSHA Expands NSF International's Safety Testing Lab Recognition Scope
Published Date: 9/29/2025
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Summary
OSHA just gave NSF International a bigger thumbs-up as a trusted testing lab, letting them cover more types of safety tests. This means companies can get their products checked faster and with more options, helping keep workers safe. The change kicks in right away, making it easier and quicker for businesses to meet safety rules without extra costs.
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2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
NSF testing scope expanded for businesses
OSHA expanded the scope of recognition for NSF International as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), so NSF can perform more types of safety tests. If you run a business that gets products tested, this change kicks in right away and can make it easier and quicker to meet safety rules without extra costs.
Expanded testing can help keep workers safe
OSHA's decision lets NSF International do more kinds of safety tests as a recognized testing lab. If you are a worker, this change kicks in right away and can help keep your workplace safer because companies can get products checked faster.
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