Our Work in Mexico and the LATAM Region
Safety should not be limited by borders. We collaborate with standards organizations and partners across the globe to advance safety, security and sustainability. Explore our work in Mexico and Latin America.
What’s New
Leadership Expertise in This Region
“At UL Standards & Engagement, we believe the work we do today helps ensure that families are safer tomorrow. By enhancing standards, sharing knowledge, and taking action in Latin America, we’re advancing a global movement that prioritizes safety and resilience for all.”
Diana Rico
Regional Standards Manager
Safety Science in Action
Safety standards outline the process for a product or service to be tested and evaluated to promote greater safety and sustainability.
Global safety policies and partnerships promote safety and engage stakeholders across geographies to help more people avoid harm.
The ULSE Technical Committee for National Standardization of Fire Safety and Lifesaving Devices in Mexico
The scope of our authorization in Mexico includes the development of standards for fire safety products, systems, and installations, as well as life-saving devices such as life jackets and personal flotation devices. Through our Technical Committee for National Standardization of Fire Safety and Lifesaving Devices, we collaborate with industry experts in Mexico on the development of standards in these categories.
Related Resources
We are committed to improving the safety — and it starts with education. Read how we’re working to advance safety awareness in Mexico, Latin America, and beyond.
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Mexico City Adopts 11 ULSE Standards for Fire Safety and Emergency Systems in Construction
Each day in Mexico, approximately 260 fires take place in both urban and non-urban areas. Over the past decade, urban…
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International Women’s Day 2025: Accelerating Action Through Diversity and Representation in Standards Development
In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we spoke with members of our team on the importance…
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Estándares con Perspectiva de Género
Los estándares con perspectiva de género se desarrollan considerando las diferencias físicas y fisiológicas entre los géneros, incluyendo la fuerza…
Memoranda of Understanding in Mexico and the LATAM Region
We collaborate with national, regional, and international standards development organizations, industry representatives, academia, and other stakeholders from across the globe to develop and harmonize standards for safety, security and sustainability.
We sign memoranda of understanding to formalize partnerships and outline how we will share knowledge and support one another’s work. Each partnership is structured to promote communication, foster ongoing collaboration, and facilitate the participation of stakeholders while developing and harmonizing safety standards.
Work With Us
Thorough, comprehensive standards are made possible by diverse voices and deep collaboration. International stakeholders can receive direct assistance from our regional managers to better navigate ULSE’s technical committee participation and sign-up processes. Contact our team to learn more and help inform the next generation of standards.