12 Sep 2025
⚡OSHA's Proposed NRTL Standards Change
Proposed Modification to the List of Appropriate NRTL Program Test Standards and the Scope of Recognition of Several NRTLs
Summary
In this notice, OSHA proposes to: (1) delete test standards from the Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) Program's list of appropriate test standards; and (2) modify the scope of recognition of several NRTLs.
Agencies
- Labor Department
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed modification by OSHA to delete certain test standards and adjust the scope of recognition for several NRTLs directly impacts compliance and regulatory requirements for businesses relying on these standards. Failure to adhere could result in non-compliance risks and potential disruption in operations that depend on equipment meeting the required safety certifications.