Who is the UL

Who is the UL

ABOUT UL

UL (originally Underwriters Laboratory) is a “safety science company”. They develop product standards that ensure consumer safety.

The UL standards that apply to lighting products are aimed at preventing fires, burns, and electric shock injury.

HOW MANUFACTURERS WORK WITH UL

The first step is for the manufacturer to submit their products to UL. Then, UL tests the products against the safety standards. This testing is very rigorous and time consuming.

If the products pass the tests, then safety instructions that accompany the products are evaluated to ensure that consumers understand how to safely use the products.

Once approved, the manufacturer can use the UL symbol and claim compliance with the safety standard. But, the process doesn’t end there. There is a maintenance phase that involves UL inspections at the factories to ensure that products that come off the line also pass.

The testing, re-testing and maintenance is very costly. Manufacturers are charged significant fees initially and ongoing. Getting UL Listings is a big investment.

Is Per Diem a UL Listed

Yes!

We cannot overstate the importance of your wardrobe choices when it comes to safe job sites. What you wear, such as fire-resistant clothing, can offer a layer of protection in case of an emergency. This clothing is a critical part of many industries' personal protective gear and saves lives daily. People working in any industry that involves exposure to open flames or heat sources need flame-resistant clothing each day.

Fire-resistant clothing, also known as FR clothing, protects the wearer from getting burned by having an extra layer between their skin and clothes. Understanding the importance of UL listed fire-resistant clothing will help you understand why it’s necessary on many job sites.