
Principles
What is an NRTL Field Evaluation?
First, a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) is an independent 3rd party testing agency, accredited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
A Field Evaluation is a critical safety assessment for electrical equipment that has no existing certification or has lost its certification through modification. Many jurisdictions require these inspections to be performed by an NRTL; hence the term NRTL Field Evaluation. This inspection, when conducted by an accredited agency, ensures the equipment complies with local codes and satisfies your local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
Eurofins MET Labs was the first NRTL ever accredited by OSHA and is trusted by Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) across all 50 states. In addition, Eurofins MET Labs is an accredited Field Evaluation Body (FEB) which is a requirement in many states.
Authority
Why Choose Eurofins MET Labs as Your NRTL?
With over six decades of electrical testing leadership in North America, Eurofins MET Labs provides AHJs, OEMs and facility managers with trusted field evaluation and labeling services:
60+ years of experience in Field Evaluation
Our labels are accepted in all 50 states.
First NRTL recognized by OSHA in 1989
Accredited Field Evaluation Body (NFPA 790/NFPA 791)
Same-day service available
Solutions
Common Situations We Help Solve
- Your new or modified equipment lacks an electrical safety listing
- You’re relocating legacy equipment that was manufactured before NRTL listing was a requirement and now, it’s on the radar of your AHJ and they aren’t signing off on your occupancy until this is addressed
- You’re installing custom-built, imported, or prototype devices
- You failed an electrical inspection
- Avoid delays in getting occupancy permits, starting operations, or passing inspections. We work directly with your AHJ.
Services
Our NRTL Field Evaluation Services
We provide targeted services for complex equipment challenges.
Process
Field Evaluation Process
Your path to inspection.
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Submit RequirementsContact us by calling 410-949-1930 or by clicking “Get a Field Evaluation Quote” to initiate your field evaluation.
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Receive Your QuoteOur team prepares a detailed quote, typically delivered within a few hours.
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Approve the QuoteReview and accept the quote so we can move forward without delay.
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Schedule the EvaluationWe coordinate with you to schedule the on-site evaluation at a time that works best for your project.
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Evaluation, Labeling & ReportAfter a successful field evaluation, an FEB-accredited label is applied to the equipment, and a full test report is issued within 10 days.
Benefits
Choosing MET Labs Over UL
Reduce approval time, control costs, and keep your production moving.
Begin or resume production quickly
Labels accepted in all U.S. jurisdictions
Shortest lead time in the industry
Lower costs than traditional product listing
Accepted by AHJs and OSHA nationwide
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