Electrical Equipment Approval Services
Electrical Equipment Approval Services
All equipment and material shall conform to the latest issue of all standards as established by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and Underwriters Laboratories Inc (UL) or other Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).
Policies
Refer to the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) for up‑to‑date policies.
Procedures
The University Building Official has established criteria for accepting equipment not listed or labeled by Underwriters Laboratory, Inc. Departments must follow the guidelines below.
Department Assessment
All equipment and material for which there are NEMA, ANSI, UL, or other NRTL standards and listings shall bear the appropriate label of approval for the intended use.
If electrical equipment is not listed or labeled, the department must have the equipment reviewed for conformance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and any applicable standards by:
- A testing laboratory
- A licensed electrical engineer
- Comparable authority, or a licensed electrician for simpler systems
Such reviews are to be performed under National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) section 110. Any deficiencies identified during this review must be corrected before the equipment is placed in service.
Department Documentation
A written certification or test report confirming that the equipment is safe to operate must be obtained and maintained by the department.
Department Communication Requirements
Facilities
To ensure necessary building alterations and requirements are in place when equipment arrives, submit an Interdepartmental Service Request (ISR) in HokieMart as soon as possible.
- Select VT Facilities Services
- Cost: $1.00
- Explain the new equipment purchase, special needs, expected location, and anticipated delivery date
- Attach a copy of the quotation
- Share the Pre‑Installation Guide
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
If the equipment is plug‑and‑cord connected, provide a copy to Environmental Health and Safety at 540‑231‑5985.
University Building Official (UBO)
If the equipment will be hard‑wired to the building electrical system, provide a copy to the University Building Official at 540‑231‑4678.
Department Process if Electrical Equipment Approval Services Are Needed
- Review the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) Evaluation Reports
- Review the Field Evaluation Services
- Complete the Field Evaluation Request Form
- Attach photos and technical documents (BOM, schematics, diagrams, etc.)
- Submit a requisition in HokieMart for Field Evaluation Services using Best Supplier and attach the Field Evaluation Request Form.
Estimate: $2,500 (subject to change based on actual service required) - Note: Services resulting in authorization of a certification mark may require follow‑up or surveillance services with additional fees.
- All testing and inspection costs are the responsibility of the using department.
For additional information, contact Procurement at 540‑231‑6221 or the HokieMart help desk.
Last updated: 01/28/2026