Nemko's OSHA Pitch: Expanding Safety Tests, Your Comments Welcome
Published Date: 12/31/2025
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Nemko North America, Inc. wants to expand its role as a trusted safety tester recognized by OSHA. This means they could test more products to keep workplaces safer. If you have thoughts or info, speak up by January 15, 2026, so your voice counts before the final decision.
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Nemko Expansion Adds Three Test Standards
OSHA received Nemko North America, Inc.'s application to expand its Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) recognition to include UL 1310 (Class 2 Power Units), UL 1778 (Uninterruptible Power Supply Equipment), and UL 60730-1 (Automatic Electrical Controls—Part 1). If approved, Nemko would be able to test and certify products under those three standards, and employers could use Nemko-approved products to meet OSHA standards. Comments on this application must be submitted on or before January 15, 2026.
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