Opportunity
Federal Register #OSHA-2007-0043
OSHA Notice: TUV SUD America, Inc. Application for Expansion of NRTL Recognition
Buyer
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Posted
September 21, 2026
Respond By
October 06, 2026
Identifier
OSHA-2007-0043
NAICS
541380
This notice announces OSHA's review of TUV SUD America, Inc.'s application to expand its Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) recognition. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor (DOL) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Applicant/OEM: - TUV SUD America, Inc. (TUVAM) - Scope of Application: - Expansion of NRTL recognition to include two additional test standards: - UL 2580: Batteries for Use in Electric Vehicles - UL 2743: Portable Power Packs - Purpose: - Public comment period on TUVAM's qualifications to test and certify products to these standards - Notable Details: - No procurement of products or services is requested - Notice is regulatory, not a solicitation for goods or services - Focus is on TUVAM's testing and certification capabilities for the specified standards
Description
This notice announces the application of TUV SUD America, Inc. (TUVAM) for expansion of its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). The expansion involves adding two new test standards, UL 2580 (Batteries for Use in Electric Vehicles) and UL 2743 (Portable Power Packs), to its scope of recognition. OSHA has made a preliminary finding to grant the application and is seeking public comments before making a final decision. Comments are due by October 6, 2026.