Nemko Gets OSHA Nod for Extra Safety Tests Expansion
Published Date: 2/18/2026
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Summary
OSHA just gave Nemko North America, Inc. a bigger thumbs-up to test and certify more products by adding three new test standards to their official list. This means Nemko can now help more companies prove their products are safe starting February 18, 2026. If you rely on Nemko for safety testing, expect smoother approvals and no extra costs announced yet.
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Nemko Can Certify Three More Product Types
If you make or use electrical products covered by UL 1310 (Class 2 Power Units), UL 1778 (Uninterruptible Power Supply Equipment), or UL 60730-1 (Automatic Electrical Controls—Part 1), Nemko North America can now test and certify those products to meet OSHA-required third-party testing and certification starting February 18, 2026. OSHA recognition means employers may use products approved by Nemko to meet OSHA standards that require such testing.
Recognition Limited to OSHA-Required Products
OSHA's recognition of Nemko for the listed test standards is limited to equipment or materials for which OSHA standards require third-party testing and certification. If a test standard also covers products for which OSHA does not require such testing, those products are not included in Nemko's scope of recognition.
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