US-A provides accreditation for field evaluation bodies (FEB) based on requirements in the Accreditation Criteria for Field Evaluation of Unlisted Electrical Equipment (AC354), ISO/IEC 17020 and NFPA Standards. US-A accredited FEBs are qualified to evaluate unlisted electrical equipment in the field. The US-A FEB Accreditation assists the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to evaluate and approve unlisted electrical equipment in the field.
US Accreditation for Field Evaluation Bodies
- Demonstrates compliance to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 790, Standard for Competency of Third Party Evaluation Bodies (FEB) and NFPA 791, Recommended Practice and Procedures for Unlabeled Equipment Evaluation.
- Provides confidence that electrical products are being inspected by qualified professionals based on the applicable requirements in codes and standards.
- Provides the AHJ with evidence needed to approve Field Evaluation Bodies.
- Effective utilization of the AHJ’s resources.
- Uniformly assesses all Field Evaluation Bodies.
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