FM Approvals LLC: Application for Expansion of Recognition and Proposed Modification to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards
Published Date: 2/10/2026
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Summary
OSHA is considering letting FM Approvals LLC expand its role as a trusted safety tester and wants to add a new test standard to the official list. This affects companies relying on FM Approvals for safety certifications, making testing smoother and possibly faster. If you have thoughts, speak up by February 25, 2026, before the changes go live!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Nitrogen Generator Testing Added
OSHA proposes to add test standard FM 1035 (Nitrogen Generators) to the NRTL Program and is considering expanding FM Approvals LLC's recognition to include that standard. If you run or work for a company that makes or needs certification for nitrogen generators, this could allow FM Approvals to test and certify those products under OSHA rules. Submit comments by February 25, 2026 if you want to respond to the proposal.
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