Monthly Archives: March 2025

So You Need a Field Evaluation?

So, you’ve just had the pleasure of hearing from an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) or an electrical inspector, and their message was something along the lines of: “You’ve failed your inspection!” or “Your equipment needs a ‘UL or CSA Certification!’” … Continue reading

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How to Navigate California Proposition 65

Almost anything being sold in California may require a Proposition 65 warning. Proposition 65 is a California law titled the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act. The law was put in place to protect consumers and notify them if … Continue reading

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Breaking Down California’s New Proposition 65 Labeling Guidelines

The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment published regulatory changes to the short-form warning label requirements in 2025. The changes will affect the short-form label requirements, including limitations on when they can be used, updates to the required language, and … Continue reading

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The Wacky World of Exempted Devices: What You Don’t Need to Worry About

Ever wonder what kind of electronic devices the government just lets off the hook? No, it’s not your phone, though that would be nice, right? The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has a special list of devices that don’t need to … Continue reading

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