Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs): Their Role in Safety Compliance
An NRTL is an organization recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
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Laboratory Safety and Protection
Food Allergy Testing: Importance, Types, and Methods
Diagnosing food allergies accurately is essential for effective management and prevention
OSHA Industrial Hygiene Testing
Using environmental monitoring, industrial hygienists develop new methods and practices to help mitigate potential hazards.
Viral Transport Media Containers Recalled
Haimen Shengbang Laboratory Equipment containers are not approved by the FDA Haimen Shengbang Laboratory Equipment Co. Ltd.’s Viral Transport Media Container is a sampling swab and a tube containing viral sampling medium (the liquid that maintains a specimen sample...
How Workplace Safety Testing Protects Outdoor Workers?
Workplace safety testing helps prevent heat-related illnesses The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) updated laws on August 15 to improve protections for employees working outside, according to this news release. These measures, along...
ASK THE LAB EXPERT: Insights from a Senior Safety Editor
From safety culture to a culture of safety, protecting workers from harm is the most important thing companies can do. Workplace safety refers to the policies, procedures, and practices put in place to reduce hazards and guarantee the physical and mental health of...
Workplace Safety: OSHA’s Top 10 Cited Standards of 2022
The top 10 most frequently cited standards following inspections of worksites have been compiled by federal OSHA for all industries.
Amazon Centers Cited by OSHA Due to Safety Hazards
Amazon, the second-largest employer in the U.S., was cited by OSHA for failure to comply with several safety regulations, and allowing hazardous conditions for warehouse workers.
OSHA Safe and Sound Week: Sign Up Now
Participate in Safe + Sound Week 2023: August 7-13 Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event held each August that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs and offers information and ideas on how to keep America's workers safe. This year...
Understanding Amazon’s Product Safety and Testing Requirements
Ensuring product safety spurs Amazon vendors to perform product safety testing to sell products on Amazon
The Importance of Pool and Swimming Products Safety Testing
By investing in comprehensive safety testing, manufacturers and consumers alike contribute to a safer swimming environment
US National Toxicology Program’s Report on Cell Phone Safety
On May 27, 2016, the National Toxicology Program released a report outlining their findings on the potential health hazards of cell phones after a lengthy experiment conducted on mice and rats. The report in its entirety can be found here. The study looked mainly...
New Federal Standard for Infant Bouncer Seats
Earlier this month the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) of the United States approved a new mandatory federal standard relating to infant bouncer seats to improve safety and prevent death and injuries. Bouncer (or bouncy) seats are made for infants between...
California Proposition 65 Testing
Understanding the Importance of California Proposition 65 Testing for Products Sold in California
IEC 62561 Lightning Protection System Components Compliance Testing
IEC 62561 compliance testing is a cornerstone in the development and installation of effective lightning protection systems.
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Contract Laboratory and OUTSOURCE! kicked off 2025 events with the first of...
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