Outdoor Power Equipment
Overview

Get the testing and certification you need for outdoor power equipment to enter global markets quickly and confidently
Did You Know?
- The global demand for power lawn and garden equipment is expected to grow 2.5% per year, reaching $24.2 billion in 2021.
- Battery-powered equipment sales are out-pacing other options in every part of the world, thanks to its greater power levels and run times.
For consumers and construction companies of all sizes, the outdoor power equipment they choose plays a crucial role in their project success. They have to rely on equipment that is dependable, high-quality, and safe – and they look for a proven approval mark they trust.
CSA Group offers the testing and certification services you need to make sure your outdoor power equipment meets local requirements that open doors to markets all over the world. Our extensive services include certification for both North American and global markets, as well as functional safety services and battery pack testing – through testing labs in multiple locations worldwide.
Top reasons to trust CSA Group for the testing, inspection, and certification of your outdoor power equipment:
- Respected expertise: in markets worldwide, the CSA Group mark is known for high quality, credibility, and trust
- Rapid service: CSA Group is committed to getting your outdoor power equipment tested, certified, and into the market in the most efficient ways possible *
- Unmatched availability: We’re always there for our clients, to understand their questions and needs, and aim to be prompter and more responsive than anyone else
- Process simplification: We want to help you understand the complex testing and certification process, as well as the unique and sometimes complex requirements of local markets
- Breadth of services: We test against CSA and CB Scheme key standards, and can help you with a wide variety of testing, inspection, and certification needs. We are accredited by organizations such as SCC and OSHA.
* Products must comply with applicable standards in order to qualify for certification
Products Certified

Delivering unrivaled efficiency and quality in testing outdoor power equipment.
The size of outdoor projects varies, but the expectations of power equipment is consistent the world over: safety, quality and reliability. Trust the experts known for quality and innovation.
Gas Powered Tools
Give your gas-powered tools the testing required to earn the CSA Group mark, and to enter global markets where it’s recognized and trusted.
Lawn & Garden Equipment
CSA Group offers highly specialized testing and certification services required to ensure that mowers and other lawn equipment gain the market access you need.
Pressure Washers
CSA Group can test and certify* your pressure washers, as well as simplify the process with unmatched expertise, customer service, and prompt communication.
Chainsaws
Ensure that your chainsaws have the testing and certification* they need to meet the safety requirements of each local market you’re looking to reach.
Featured White Paper

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Rechargeable Battery-powered Lawn & Garden Machinery, Tools, and Other Portable Appliances
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Shop Standards

Get the standards you need to gain access to the right market for your equipment.
Services

Get your products tested, inspected, and certified for compliance and global market access
Testing
Transform your innovations into quality products that meet critical requirements with our expert testing services.
Certification
Quickly launch new products, and boost customer confidence in North America and beyond with the trusted CSA Group mark.
Marks & Labels
Get the marks you need to access and enter your target market in North America with confidence.
Field Evaluation
Demonstrate your commitment to product safety even when certification is not a viable option with a one-time quick and efficient field evaluation.
Value-Added Services
Save time and gain efficiencies with access to our customer portal, certified products listings, and more.
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