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What is Product Safety?

Product Safety refers to the measures undertaken by manufacturers and suppliers of various equipment categories, such as Information Technology Equipment, Audio-Video Equipment, measurement and control equipment, laboratory equipment, and medical equipment, to ensure their products comply with industry standards. The primary objective of such testing is to proactively mitigate potential hazards.

At BACL, we hold the esteemed status of being a Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) NRTL Program. This recognition extends to local and federal authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), retailers, e-commerce distributors, and consumers, highlighting our reliability and compliance with safety standards.

Furthermore, we are also recognized as a National Certification Body (NB) and Conformity Assessment Body Testing Laboratory (CBTL) under the International Electrotechnical Commission System for Conformity Testing and Certification of Electrical Equipment (IECEE CB Scheme). This recognition spans over 50 nations and includes our designation as a CB for the Standards Council of Canada (SCC), emphasizing our comprehensive expertise in conforming to international safety standards.

BACL holds the prestigious status of being an OSHA Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL).

In accordance with OSHA’s workplace standards, specific types of equipment used in work environments must undergo testing and certification by an NRTL to ensure their safety for use. NRTLs are independent laboratories that meet OSHA’s stringent requirements for conducting safety testing and certifying workplace products.

By being recognized as an OSHA NRTL, BACL demonstrates its commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and providing reliable testing and certification services for workplace equipment.

  • UL62368-1/CSA62368-1/EN62368-1/IEC 62368-1 for Audio/Video, Information, and Communication Technology equipment
  • UL60950-1/CSA60950-1/EN60950-1/IEC 60950-1 for Information Technology Equipment
  • UL60065/IEC60065/EN60065 for Audio/Video Equipment
  • UL61010-1 / EN61010-1/IEC 61010-1 for Laboratory, Control, and Measurement Equipment
  • UL60601/IEC60601/EN60601-series Standards for medical equipment
  • UL1993/CSA1993 for self-blasted lamps and lamp adaptors
  • UL153/UL1598/UL8750 for Lighting Products
  • CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 250.0/ CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 250.4/CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 250.13 for Lighting Products
  • “CE Mark” – Low Voltage Directive / Machinery Directive

Why choose us?

We are committed to guiding you through the certification process while addressing any inquiries you may have. We offer a preliminary Technical Construction File review and testing services for your product, aimed at streamlining the final certification process and reducing both time and costs.

BACL’s technical expertise and extensive 25-year experience are relied upon by code authorities. We conduct thorough evaluations, deliver reliable certifications, and offer the necessary technical support to ensure secure and compliant installations.

Furthermore, BACL offers field inspector services for unlabeled and non-certified electrical equipment. With the utmost integrity, we help you avoid unforeseen delays and rejections from AHJs. BACL can confidently demonstrate that your product complies with the relevant requirements. In urgent cases, we can dispatch our team of field inspectors across the United States within 24 hours or the following working day.

Benefit from our two decades of product safety expertise and strong relationships with AHJs. We collaborate closely with you and the local AHJ to meet your deadlines and secure approval from your local or state inspector.

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