BACL Gains More Power for Safety Product Certifications

2026-06268 — TÜV SÜD Product Services GmbH; Voluntary Termination of Recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory

TÜV SÜD Product Services GmbH decided to stop being a nationally recognized testing lab as of March 5, 2026. This means they won’t do official safety testing anymore, but their certifications are moving over to TÜV SÜD America, Inc. If you work with their testing services, expect this change to take effect immediately with no extra costs announced.

2026-05775 — Logging Operations 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 logging operations going strong. This affects logging companies who must keep certain records to stay safe and legal. Comments are open until May 26, 2026, and there’s no new cost—just a smooth extension of current rules.

2026-04729 — DEKRA Certification Inc.: Grant of Expansion of Recognition and Modification to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards

OSHA just gave DEKRA Certification Inc. a bigger playground by expanding their testing powers with nine new test standards starting March 11, 2026. This means DEKRA can now test and certify more products to keep workplaces safer, helping employers meet safety rules more easily. No extra costs were mentioned, but this boost makes DEKRA an even stronger safety partner!

2026-04721 — TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc.: Grant of Expansion of Recognition

OSHA just gave TUV Rheinland of North America the green light to test and certify even more products by expanding their official recognition. This means TUV can now handle an extra test standard starting March 11, 2026, helping businesses get safer products approved faster. If you rely on product safety testing, this update could speed things up without extra costs.

2026-04720 — FM Approvals LLC: Grant of Expansion of Recognition and Modification to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards

OSHA just gave FM Approvals LLC a bigger thumbs-up to test and certify more products by adding a new test standard to their official list. This means FM can now help more companies prove their products are safe, starting March 11, 2026. If you make or use certified products, this update could speed up safety approvals without extra costs.

2026-03964 — Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition

Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. wants to expand its role as a trusted safety tester recognized by OSHA. This means they can test more products to make sure they’re safe for workers and the public. If you have thoughts or info, you’ve got until March 16, 2026, to speak up—this could speed up safety checks and impact businesses relying on testing.

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OSHA just gave TUV Rheinland of North America the green light to test and certify even more products by expanding their official recognition. This means TUV can now handle an extra test standard starting March 11, 2026, helping businesses get safer products approved faster. If you rely on product safety testing, this update could speed things up without extra costs.

Next: 2026-04723 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Certification by School Official

The Department of Labor is asking for public feedback on a form school officials fill out to confirm if a Black Lung beneficiary’s dependent (ages 18-23) is a full-time student. This review helps keep the paperwork clear and useful without adding extra hassle. Comments are due by April 10, 2026, so now’s the time to weigh in!