Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:OSHA-2016-0022

Bay Area Compliance Laboratories: Grant of Expansion of Recognition

Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration — observed across 2 documents over 36 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

OSHA granted Bay Area Compliance Laboratories expanded authority to conduct testing and certification for additional types of workplace safety equipment. Small-business owners who need product certification should contact the lab to check if your equipment now qualifies for their expanded testing services.

First seen

Feb 3, 2026

Last seen

Mar 11, 2026

Latest stage

Notice

PRORULE → RULE

Effective on

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Stage timeline

  1. Notice·Feb 3, 2026

    Bay Area Compliance Laboratories: Application for Expansion of Recognition

    #2026-02158

  2. Notice·Mar 11, 2026

    Bay Area Compliance Laboratories: Grant of Expansion of Recognition

    effective Mar 11, 2026#2026-04722