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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
[Docket No. NRTL-2-93]

 

Entela, Inc.; Application for Recognition as a Nationally 
Recognized Testing Laboratory

agency: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of 
Labor.

action: Notice of application for recognition as a nationally 
recognized testing laboratory, and preliminary finding.

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summary: This notice announces the application of Entela, Inc. for 
recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) under 
29 CFR 1910.7, and presents the Agency's preliminary finding.

dates: The last date for interested parties to submit comments is May 
2, 1994.

addresses: Send comments to: NRTL Recognition Program, Office of 
Variance Determination, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 
U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., room N3653, 
Washington, DC 20210.

for further information contact: Office of Variance Determination, NRTL 
Recognition Program, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 
U.S. Department of Labor, Third Street and Constitution Avenue, NW., 
room N3653, Washington, DC 20210.

supplementary information:

Notice of Application

    Notice is hereby given that Entela, Inc. (ENT) has made application 
pursuant to section 6(b) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 
1970, (84 Stat. 1593, 29 U.S.C. 655), Secretary of Labor's Order No. 1-
90 (55 FR 9033), and 29 CFR 1910.7 for recognition as a Nationally 
Recognized Testing Laboratory.
    The address of the laboratory covered by this application is: 
Entela, Inc., 3033 Madison, SE., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548.
    Regarding the merits of the application, the applicant contends 
that it meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.7 for recognition to 
certify products in the areas of testing which it has specified.
    Entela, Inc. states that its application documents demonstrate that 
for each specified item of equipment or material to be certified, it 
has the capability (including proper testing equipment and facilities, 
trained staff, written testing procedures, and calibration and quality 
control programs) to perform testing and examination of equipment and 
materials for workplace safety purposes to determine conformance with 
appropriate product test standards. (See Ex. 2.A.).
    The applicant states also that it shall provide, to the extent 
needed for the particular equipment or materials listed, labeled, or 
accepted, the following controls or services: (i) Implementation of 
control procedures for identifying the listed and labeled equipment or 
materials (see exhibit 2.A., appendix VII, and exhibit 2.H.).
    (ii) Inspection of the run of such item at factories for product 
evaluation purposes to assure conformance with the test standards (see 
exhibit 2.A., appendix VIII, and exhibit 2.H.).
    (iii) Conduction of field inspections to monitor and to insure the 
proper use of its identifying mark or labels on products (see exhibit 
2.H.).
    Entela claims that it is completely independent of employers 
subject to the tested equipment requirements, and of any manufacturers 
or vendors of equipment or materials being tested for these purposes 
(see exhibit 2.B. and 2.J.).
    The applicant also claims that it maintains effective procedures 
for producing creditable findings or reports that are objective and 
without bias, and for handling complaints and disputes under a fair and 
reasonable system (see exhibit 2.H. and 2.J.).
    In summary, Entela, Inc. claims that it maintains the experience, 
expertise, personnel, organization, equipment, and facilities suitable 
for accreditation as an OSHA Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory.
    Entela's Grand Rapids facility consists of two adjacent structures 
that each contain two buildings covering a total of 40,000 square feet. 
Approximately 20,000 square feet of floor space is allocated to product 
testing. The main reception area is housed in the main building, along 
with the conference room, main records storage area, the wet chemistry 
labs, small scale flammability test room, tensile test area, with the 
metallurgical laboratories located on the upper floor. The weathering 
and environmental aging chambers, administrative offices, and nuclear 
records storage area are located in a leased building attached to this 
main building. The third building contains the appliance test area, 
vibration and electronics laboratory. The fourth building contains the 
Quality Assurance Department, certain records storage, California 
flammability test chamber, fabrication shop, and a metrology 
laboratory.
    Natural gas and city water and electricity are supplied to all of 
the buildings. Special utilities include liquid nitrogen which is 
stored outside the second building, and a de-ionized water system.
    Environmental conditions are controlled in specific laboratory 
areas. The temperature and humidity variations in these laboratories 
are continuously monitored and recorded, as required by specific test 
requirements. There are temperature and humidity chambers to control 
and monitor environmental conditions for specific product testing.
    The laboratory has a shipping and receiving department for receipt, 
retention, and disposal of samples for testing. Incoming samples are 
inspected and identified with numbered tags. All samples for one test 
have tags with the same number. Each unique tag number, the samples, 
and the purchase order, are reviewed, and the shipping/receiving clerk 
prepares a work order request, after which the samples are distributed 
to the test areas and copies of the work order distributed to the 
appropriate departments. A copy of each unique tag and work order is 
retained by the shipping and receiving department. Another copy of the 
work order is sent to the test department with the samples. The test 
department completes the work order when all product evaluations are 
accomplished, and returns it to the shipping and receiving department 
for sample disposition. The sample inventory and traceability 
information is kept in the shipping and receiving log, and work order 
information is maintained on a computer data-base. All storage 
locations for incoming samples are in the shipping and receiving areas, 
which are located indoors. The laboratory is automating the shipping 
and receiving numbering system so that the work order numbers are 
identical with the sample tags.
    Each staff member wears an Entela photo I.D. Visitors can only 
enter via the front lobby and are required to sign in on the visitor 
log. They are issued safety glasses and name tags by the receptionist 
and are escorted while on the premises. Other entrances are kept locked 
with limited access. Separate test and conference areas are available 
for those clients requiring confidentiality. The use of screens and 
partitions are also utilized in the laboratory.
    Entela Inc. has recently upgraded their fire protection and 
security systems to include smoke detectors and proximity sensors. 
These are connected to the security system which dispatches local fire 
and police departments.
    Test equipment is available to perform most measurement and testing 
in accordance with the identified test standards. Unavailable unique 
test equipment is purchased or leased through an Entela-approved 
source.
    An inventory list identifies all pieces of equipment by the 
department number or location in the laboratory, gage number, 
instrument name, manufacturer, model and serial number, range of 
operation, calibration frequency, and the date the instrument was 
placed in service. Operational and calibration information is located 
in files in the Quality Assurance Office.
    Test equipment is calibrated periodically depending upon the 
application, ranging from daily to once every three years. Electrical 
equipment is typically calibrated once per year, at a minimum. 
Adjustments are made to the calibration frequency via a corrective 
action report to address complaints or to ensure credible results. A 
written general procedure identifying the calibration history, records, 
and frequency of usage is utilized to determine any deviation from the 
equipment manufacturer's recommended or Entela's usual calibration 
intervals.
    The Quality Assurance (QA) Department is responsible for 
maintaining the calibration database, the department monthly recall 
reports, and the procurement of calibration services. Each department 
is responsible for timely calibration and preventive maintenance of its 
equipment. The QA Department retrieves or locks out any equipment that 
is not turned in for calibration. New and repaired test equipment is 
calibrated prior to use. When a piece of equipment is received for 
repair or routine calibration, its ``as received'' calibration status 
is noted. This status is evaluated for its effect on testing that has 
been performed with that equipment to determine whether retesting is 
necessary.
    Each item of test and measuring equipment is required to have a 
label that depicts its calibration status. For example, it may have a 
calibration label or may be labeled, ``Before Each Use'', ``Out of 
Calibration'', ``Out of Service'', or ``For Reference Only''. 
Calibration labels identify the date when last calibrated as well as 
the date for the next calibration.
    Repair and Calibration records are maintained for the life of the 
equipment in the master calibration files and on the database computer 
(calibration). Calibration standards are traceable to NIST or to 
international standards bodies. Primary standards include: Gage and 
hardness blocks, laser interferometers, and chemical references.
    The QA Department issues monthly calibration recall notices and 
preventive maintenance reports to each department based upon the master 
calibration database. The department managers are responsible for 
complying with any of the requirements noted in the report. The Quality 
Assurance manager will remove any non-calibrated equipment and place it 
in a locked storage area unless the equipment meets the criteria for 
extension of calibration.
    A number of test and evaluation procedures were reviewed in various 
ongoing program areas. The specific ongoing programs the laboratory is 
involved with that identify the records required to be maintained for 
an investigation are followed. These programs use ANSI/UL Standards, 
ASTM test procedures, the Quality Control Manual, Third Party 
Certification Program (TPCP) Manual, Client Test Procedures, and 
Departmental Operational Procedures. These procedures contain 
construction or testing parameters to be met by the product being 
evaluated and, as required, the chronological order of evaluation. The 
staff responsible for safety testing generally consists of degreed 
engineers and chemists. In most instances, the test standard provided 
sufficient detail for laboratory personnel to conduct a step-by-step 
approach to develop repeatable and accurate test and evaluation data. 
Where appropriate, the test engineer provides a narrative report along 
with the test data to document compliance of a product with the 
standard. Standardized tests that are frequently run have a standard 
test data sheet available that contains the necessary information for 
the laboratory technician.
    Sample test and evaluation procedures and reports for the NRTL 
Program activities were reviewed. These sample reports include 
narrative descriptions. The test procedure format and scope are 
identified in the Third Party Certification Program Manual, and 
describe the content and scope for the Standard Operational Procedure. 
The laboratory has developed a generalized processing procedure for the 
product classes of electrical appliances and lighting products in final 
form, and in draft form for flammability testing.
    Several Standard Test Procedures (STPs) were reviewed in various 
program areas. Entela will develop and submit additional STPs, where 
necessary, prior to listing products related to these procedures. 
Specific program procedures and policies are developed by the 
individual departments and are audited twice per year by the President 
or Vice President of the laboratory. Management and the project manager 
are responsible for assuring that procedures are followed. These 
operating and testing procedures are determined by the work order which 
specifies which standard(s) and provisions are to be utilized. 
Operational procedures and policies are implemented through the 
training program at Entela, Inc. The master copy is located in the 
Standards Library, with controlled copies located in each department.
    Present policy utilizes a technical committee and standards experts 
to determine the appropriate standard in evaluating a product. Standard 
interpretations are developed by consensus of the technical committee. 
The Project Manager distributes technical advisory letters describing 
standards policy on interpretation or deviation decisions to all 
parties affected. The laboratory personnel are members of various 
organizations which develop standards applicable to their on-going 
programs in the automotive, flammability, metallurgical, quality, 
electrical and chemical testing areas.
    A technical committee and standards experts determine the 
appropriate standard or standards to be utilized in evaluating the 
product. Disagreements between the applicant and the laboratory 
regarding standards applicability are resolved using the Entela Inc. 
Third Party Certification Committee, technical experts, and input from 
the standards-writing organization. The decision of the laboratory 
regarding which standard is applicable is final.
    The TPCP Manual addresses the interpretation of these standards and 
the appeals procedure available to a client, when there is a 
disagreement with that interpretation. The TPCP Committee interprets 
the section of the standards, which are also available for distribution 
to interested parties. Consumer inquiries and complaints are also 
addressed in the TPCP Manual.
    Entela personnel serve on technical committees to enable them to be 
cognizant of changes to the standards with which they are involved. The 
laboratory is continuing to develop committee membership in various new 
product areas of interest.
    Test procedures contain the following: Instructions on equipment; 
preparation of test samples; standard testing techniques; references to 
specific standards, including titles and dates; testing equipment and 
accuracies; precautionary statements for operator safety; test data 
obtained, measurement resolution and data recording time; ambient 
conditions and/or adverse environmental conditions; and acceptance 
criteria tests. These test procedures are reviewed annually and are 
approved by the technical department manager and the QA manager.
    Sample test data sheets and attached work orders contain the 
following: Standard and clause numbers; product model number; measuring 
and test equipment I.D.; test date and report number, signature of 
tester/reviewer; and Q.A; ambient conditions; test observations and 
deviations; test data in the form of compliance, non-compliance, or the 
need for further review.
    Permanent records are compiled to document all technical and 
quality related activities of the Certification and Testing Division. 
The system for controlling all technical and quality records is 
described in the Quality Assurance Manual.
    The certification reports contain the following: Name and location 
of submitter and factory; title, number, and date of standard use for 
evaluation; file number, report date, edition number and revision date; 
description of product including drawings, specifications, and 
photographs; conditions of product use; construction and testing 
narratives which describe how the product(s) comply with the standard; 
tests and results of tests; deviations and technical rationale for 
acceptance. The Quality Assurance Manual and the Third Party 
Certification Program Manual identify the minimum information and 
reporting format required for an investigation. Most reports followed 
the required format. Entela has documented specific procedures for the 
recording of any deviations and the associated technical rationale, or 
for the modification of testing protocol.
    The project manager, department manager, and test engineer, are 
responsible for the preparation and review of the final report. The 
test report is written by the test engineer or senior technician. The 
senior technician is also responsible for reviewing and signing the 
test data before it is reviewed by the project manager. A modified 
review process of data sheets and reports has been instituted to ensure 
that all signatures are in place and that any abnormalities or unusual 
test results are identified.
    Listings are revised with replacement pages. A new report is 
prepared if extensive changes are required. Copies of the listing 
report are given to the customer and to jurisdictional authorities, 
where required, and placed in follow-up inspection files.
    Standards updates are secured by maintaining update services for a 
variety of standards. For example, UL standards quarterly index update 
service is subscribed to and used to verify the latest edition of their 
standards.
    The project manager is responsible for providing the test engineer 
with the latest revision of the appropriate standards. Superseded 
standards are archived in the library and labeled as such, superseded 
standards beyond 5 years are placed in filing boxes, labeled, and 
stored in records storage.
    The NRTL Program checklist has been developed so that the file of a 
product listing is evaluated to assure its completeness through the 
project manager's review of the file and use of the file checklist.
    Safety testing records (OSHA/NRTL) are to be stored with the 
nuclear files which are in a locked fireproof storage room in a 
fireproof filing cabinet in the third building. No flammability testing 
is conducted in this building. A procedure for control of files is in 
place to protect them from damage, theft, or records loss. Duplicate 
records are not stored off site.
    The records are alphabetized by client. The verification and 
identification of test reports of listed products is accomplished 
through the use of the director of certified products. A label 
numbering system is to be utilized for the NRTL program that will take 
into account the various products, manufacturing sites, and variations 
of a model line.
    The office manager is responsible for filing and maintaining these 
records. Procedures are in effect to distribute, recall, and revise 
test records.
    The Quality Assurance System consists of separate but interrelated 
functional areas that report directly to the President or the Vice 
President of operations. The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible 
for the internal quality of the laboratory and its operations, and 
reports directly to the President of the laboratory. The director of 
Quality Assurance Services reports to the Vice President of Operations 
and is responsible for the various programs that address the client's 
preproduction qualifications, suppliers of laboratory services, follow-
up program, manufacturing monitoring and quality assurance assessment. 
The individuals in the two positions assist each other in accomplishing 
the workload without interfering with their job requirements or the 
lines of authority. The Quality Manager is independent of operations 
and has the responsibility and authority for overseeing all activities 
related to the internal laboratory quality program.
    An internal audit program performed every six months is in place on 
behalf of management to determine if all operations are complying with 
the requirements of the current quality systems, procedures, policy 
decisions, calibration programs, test procedures, and safety programs. 
This audit evaluates both the operational function and the quality 
assurance program at the same time, and is performed by the president 
or vice president of the laboratory. Personnel interviewed in the 
electrical and calibration areas were actively aware of the program. 
The corrective action reports and the corrective action logs showed no 
discrepancies.
    Variations and discrepancies are addressed via a Corrective Action 
Report (CAR). CARs not finalized in an appropriate time frame are 
discussed at the directors' and managers' meetings and monitored by the 
laboratory President.
    Entela, Inc. is devoting additional resources in the quality 
assurance area and will review weekly all open corrective action 
reports of problems and root cause analysis. A corrective action system 
is in place to document audit findings and to implement corrective 
actions with specified time limits.
    Entela performs follow-up inspections at various facilities for 
other ongoing programs. Written procedures are in place for the various 
programs. For example, the TPCP Manual, which is presently used in the 
Government Services Administration (GSA) Furniture Certification 
Program, identifies the various steps, policies and procedures that 
will be used in the NRTL Program. A separate manual is presently used 
in Entela's Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) Program. The 
Nuclear Program is covered under the Quality Manual.
    The Entela, Inc. follow-up inspection procedure for the NRTL 
program requires quarterly inspections on an unannounced basis at the 
manufacturing facility. This program is designed to assure that:
    1. The Entela, Inc. mark is applied only to certified products;
    2. That the terms of agreement are adhered to when the Entela Inc. 
mark is used;
    3. Defects noted during previous inspections have been corrected;
    4. Document control procedures and support staff training should 
provide the assurance that all facility assessment records are on file.
    NRTL factory inspections will be performed at the rate of at least 
four inspections per factory per year. The frequency varies with 
product volumes, types of products, and the manufacturer's prior 
record.
    When products fail to meet the requirements, the Quality Services 
Division takes action to either have the manufacturers correct the 
defect immediately, quarantine stock until the product can be reworked 
or reevaluated by the Entela testing engineer, or remove the Entela, 
Inc. mark from the product.
    Entela, Inc. has a standard follow-up inspection form that will be 
used to document the findings at the manufacturing site. The inspector 
or inspecting engineer will use this form along with the follow-up 
inspection file for that manufacturing site and product to evaluate the 
product.
    Entela, Inc. has a pre-qualification checklist for the evaluation 
of a manufacturing facility that will be used prior to the factory 
labeling of any products in the NRTL Program, as well as a Follow-Up 
Service Inspection Report. The TPCP Manual identifies the procedures 
required for the selection of product samples to test.
    Entela, Inc.'s Quality Services Division will monitor products in 
the field, when prompted by either factory anomalies of complaints, and 
investigate field complaints. Entela, Inc. reserves the right to 
utilize safety related public notification and mandatory recall 
procedures. All consumer complaints are forwarded to the Quality 
Services Director, Vice President, or President, as appropriate.
    Distribution of labels placed on products is controlled, requiring 
the manufacturer to obtain labels only from Entela. These labels are 
then cached in a locked storage room.
    An organizational chart identifies key laboratory personnel and 
shows the relationship between administration, operation, and quality 
control. There are approximately 65 personnel in the Entela 
organization.
    A written position description for each job title of personnel 
involved with product testing and evaluation includes the necessary 
education, training, technical knowledge, and the experience required 
for the position. The position description specified the extent and 
limitation of responsibility for the position. New position 
descriptions and training programs are in place for the follow-up 
inspection areas.
    Written job descriptions are referenced in the Quality Control 
Manual for staff involved with product testing and evaluation. These 
job descriptions contain minimum requirements, education, technical 
knowledge and experience requirement for their respective position.
    The President and Vice President of Operation, who have overall 
responsibility for the technical operations of the laboratory, have 
technical degrees. Personnel assigned to the TPCP have the necessary 
education, training, technical knowledge, and experience specified by 
their position description. Training logs reviewed in the electrical 
and in the calibration areas were current. Calibration training records 
showed that the calibration supervisor qualified his staff on each 
piece of equipment prior to any technician being allowed to perform 
independent calibrations. The training records identify each staff 
member and the test methods, procedures, and evaluations he or she is 
qualified to perform. Continuing education and training programs are 
held to instruct personnel on the proper methods of testing and 
evaluation. This documented training program incorporates appropriate 
test methods, equipment and operational procedures, product 
evaluations, inspections, and technical/engineering course work, and is 
updated annually.
    The laboratory has a progressive performance appraisal system that 
provides for self-evaluation, peer-evaluation and supervisory-
evaluation. The evaluation factors are both quantitative and 
qualitative. The laboratory also includes a company evaluation as a 
part of the employee program.
    The laboratory has developed procedures that will enable it to 
accept components and materials tested and evaluated by another NRTL 
laboratory. These procedures include evaluating the listing report, and 
reserving the right to retest and audit the components as it deems 
necessary. Components tested and evaluated by Entela will fall under 
their follow-up service agreement. An approved source list has been 
revised to include company name, address, and area of expertise.
    The TPCP identifies the circumstances when testing and evaluation 
of a product may be accomplished at the client's facility, such as when 
the equipment is large and not easily shipped or when specialized test 
facilities are required. The TPCP also identifies the general criteria 
for qualifying the manufacturer's facility to include the witnessing of 
the tests.
    A procedure exists for the qualification of subcontractors for the 
supply of services in support of the laboratory functions. The 
laboratory maintains a listing of approved external testing sources for 
general laboratory support and a separate list for those suppliers that 
qualify under 10 CFR part 50 for the nuclear industry. This listing and 
any associated files has been reviewed for its completeness.

Background

    The applicant states that Entela, Inc., was originally founded in 
1974 as a Michigan Corporation called Entel Engineering Services (no 
longer in existence) specializing in structural steel inspection, with 
departments in structural engineering, field service inspection, 
asbestos inspection, and geotechnical engineering. In 1981, equipment 
and personnel were added to initiate an in-house materials laboratory. 
Through a continued growth commitment and dedication to meet its 
client's needs, the applicant states that it experienced dramatic 
growth, necessitating the formation of certification programs within 
Entela, Inc.
    The services offered at Entela, Inc. (also doing business as Entela 
Laboratories, Inc., but one in the same company according to the 
applicant), include metals chemistry, simulated environmental testing, 
plastics/non-metals testing, product testing, electrical/electronics 
testing, metallurgy, mechanical engineering, third party certification 
programs, metrology, and calibration. As of this time, Entela, Inc. 
employs over 75 individuals and has two facilities, located in Grand 
Rapids, Michigan and Taipei, Taiwan. Presently, all testing is 
performed at the Grand Rapids facility, and only follow-up inspections 
are carried out in Taiwan.
    Entela, Inc. desires recognition for testing and certification of 
products when tested for compliance with the following test standards:
ANSI/UL 45--Portable Electric Tools
ANSI/UL 48--Electric Signs
ANSI/UL 50--Electric Cabinets and Boxes
ANSI/UL 67--Electric Panelboards
ANSI/UL 73--Electric-Motor-Operated Appliances
ANSI/UL 82--Electric Gardening Appliances
ANSI/UL 94\1\--Tests for Flammability of Plastic Materials for Parts in 
Devices and Appliances
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ANSI/UL 98--Enclosed and Dead-Front Switches
UL 141--Garment Finishing Appliances
ANSI/UL 153--Portable Electric Lamps
ANSI/UL 174--Household Electric Storage-Tank Water Heaters
ANSI/UL 197--Commercial Electric Cooking Appliances
UL 213--Rubber Gasketed Fittings for Fire Protection Service
ANSI/UL 250--Household Refrigerators and Freezers
ANSI/UL 298--Portable Electric Hand Lamps
ANSI/UL 325--Door, Drapery, Louver, and Window Operators and Systems
ANSI/UL 469--Musical Instruments and Accessories
ANSI/UL 471--Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers
ANSI/UL 482--Portable Sun/Heat Lamps
ANSI/UL 484--Room Air Conditioners
ANSI/UL 496--Edison-Base Lampholders
ANSI/UL 506--Specialty Transformers
ANSI/UL 507--Electric Fans
ANSI/UL 508\2\--Electric Industrial Control Equipment
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ANSI/UL 541--Refrigerated Vending Machines
ANSI/UL 542--Lampholders, Starters, and Starter Holders for Fluorescent 
Lamps
UL 544--Electric Medical and Dental Equipment
ANSI/UL 559--Heat Pumps
ANSI/UL 560--Electric Home-Laundry Equipment
ANSI/UL 609--Local Burglar-Alarm Units and Systems
ANSI/UL 751--Vending Machines
ANSI/UL 756--Coin and Currency Changers and Actuators
ANSI/UL 778--Motor-Operated Water Pumps
ANSI/UL 796--Printed-Wiring Boards
ANSI/UL 813--Commercial Audio Equipment
ANSI/UL 817--Cord Sets & Power-Supply Cords
ANSI/UL 863--Electric Time-Indicating and -Recording Appliances
ANSI/UL 869--Electrical Service Equipment
ANSI/UL 869A--Reference Standard for Service Equipment
ANSI/UL 873--Electrical Temperature-Indicating and -Regulating 
Equipment
ANSI/UL 883--Fan-Coil Units and Room-Fan Heater Units
ANSI/UL 923--Microwave Cooking Appliances
ANSI/UL 935--Fluorescent-Lamp Ballasts
ANSI/UL 961--Hobby and Sports Equipment
ANSI/UL 984--Hermetic Refrigerant Motor-Compressors
ANSI/UL 998--Humidifiers
ANSI/UL 1004\3\--Electric Motors
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ANSI/UL 1005--Electric Flatirons
ANSI/UL 1012--Power Supplies
ANSI/UL 1026--Electric Household Cooking and Food-Serving Equipment
ANSI/UL 1029--High-Intensity Discharge Lamp Ballasts
ANSI/UL 1042--Electric Baseboard Heating Equipment
ANSI/UL 1082--Household Electric Coffee Makers and Brewing-Type 
Appliances
ANSI/UL 1096--Electric Central Air-Heating Equipment
ANSI/UL 1230--Amateur Movie Lights
UL 1244--Electrical and Electronic Measuring and Testing Equipment
ANSI/UL 1261--Electric Water Heaters for Pools and Tubs
ANSI/UL 1270--Radio Receivers, Audio Systems, and Accessories
ANSI/UL 1286--Office Furnishings
ANSI/UL 1410--Television Receivers and High-Voltage Video Products
ANSI/UL 1433--Control Centers for Changing Message Type Electric Signs
ANSI/UL 1438--Household Electric Drip-Type Coffee Makers
ANSI/UL 1445--Electric Water Bed Heaters
ANSI/UL 1459--Telephone Equipment
ANSI/UL 1570--Fluorescent Lighting Fixtures
ANSI/UL 1571--Incandescent Lighting Fixtures
ANSI/UL 1572--High Intensity Discharge Lighting Fixtures
ANSI/UL 1647--Motor-Operated Massage and Exercise Machines
ANSI/UL 1950--Information Technology Equipment Including Electrical 
Business Equipment

Preliminary Finding

    Entela, Inc. addressed all of the criteria which must be met for 
recognition as an NRTL in its initial application and in its further 
correspondence. For example, the applicant submitted a list of its test 
equipment and instrumentation; a roster of its personnel including 
resumes of those in key positions and copies of position descriptions; 
copies of a typical test report; a factory inspection form and an 
inspection summary; a summary of its listing, labeling, and follow-up 
services; a statement of its independence as a testing laboratory; 
appeals procedure; typical calibration forms; and a copy of its Third 
Party Certification Manual and its Quality Assurance Manual. This QA 
Manual includes a description of its document control; identification 
and control of materials, parts, and components; inspection; test 
control; control of measuring and test equipment; inspection, test, and 
operating status; quality assurance records; and audits.
    Nine major areas were examined in depth during the on-site 
laboratory evaluation: Facility; test equipment, calibration program; 
test and evaluation procedures; test reports; records; quality 
assurance program; follow-up listing program; and personnel.
    The discrepancies noted during the on-site evaluation were 
adequately responded to (Ex. 3.A.(2)) prior to the preparation of the 
final on-site evaluation (Ex. 3.A(1)). With the preparation of the 
final report, the survey team was satisfied that the testing facility 
appeared to meet the necessary criteria required by the standard, and 
so noted in the On-Site Review Report (Survey). (See Ex. 3.A.).
    Following a review of the application file and the on-site survey 
report of the Entela facility, the NRTL Recognition Program staff 
concluded that the applicant appeared to have met the requirements for 
recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory and, 
therefore, recommended to the Assistant Secretary that the application 
the preliminarily approved.
    Based upon a review of the completed application file and the 
recommendation of the staff, the Assistant Secretary has made a 
preliminary finding that Entela, Inc. can meet the requirements for 
recognition as required by 29 CFR 1910.7.
    All interested members of the public are invited to supply detailed 
reasons and evidence supporting or challenging the sufficiency of the 
applicant's having met the requirements for recognition as a 
Nationality Recognized Testing Laboratory, as well as appendix A, of 29 
CFR 1910.7. Submission of pertinent written documents and exhibits 
shall be made no later than (May 2, 1994), and must be addressed to the 
NRTL Recognition Program, Office of Variance Determination, room N 
3653, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of 
Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20210. Copies of 
the Entela, Inc. application, the laboratory survey report, and all 
submitted comments, as received, (Docket No. NRTL-2-93), are available 
for inspection and duplication at the Docket Office, room N 2634, 
Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of 
Labor, at the above address.
    The Assistant Secretary's final decision on whether the applicant 
satisfies the requirements for recognition as an NRTL will be made on 
the basis of the entire record including the public submissions and any 
further proceedings that the Assistant Secretary may consider 
appropriate in accordance with appendix A of Sec. 1910.7.

    Signed at Washington, DC, this 25th day of February 1994.
Joseph A. Dear,
Assistant Secretary.
[FR Doc. 94-4898 Filed 3-2-94; 8:45 am]
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