Public Comment Period Open for Industry Safety Standards

As published by Woodworking Network, July 29, 2026

WASHINGTON — The ANSI Accredited Standards Committee O1 (ASC O1) announced that two standards, O1.1 and O1.1-7, have entered the public comment period as part of ANSI Essential Requirements. 

According to a press release from the Wood Industry Association, the 45-day comment period opened July 24, 2026, and closes September 7, 2026.

The standards under review are:

•    ANSI/BSR O1.1 — Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machinery – This standard covers the safety requirements for the design, installation, care and use of woodworking machinery and accessory equipment, used in industrial and commercial applications, having a total connected power of 5 hp (3.7kw) or greater, or having 3-phase wiring.

•    ANSI/BSR O1.1-7 — Safety Requirements for Table Saws for the Woodworking Industry – This standard covers the safety requirements for the design, installation, care and use of table saws and accessory equipment, used in industrial and commercial applications, having a total connected power of 5 hp (3.7kw) or greater, or having 3-phase wiring.

ASC O1 develops and maintains safety standards for the woodworking industry under accreditation by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). This public comment period gives manufacturers, users, regulators, and other interested parties the opportunity to review the proposed standards and submit feedback before final approval.

How to Submit Comments
Interested parties may review the draft standards and submit comments through the WIA Website – https://woodindustry.org/page/ASCO1, no later than September 7, 2026. Any questions regarding these standards can be directed to Allison Forsythe, WIA Director of Standards, allison@woodindustry.org