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For more safety information, [click here](https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/) to visit our main site. Filter by topic Homeowner Gas Contractor Electrical Asset Owner Ask A Safety Officer Homeowner Safety Passenger Ropeways Boiler, PV and Refrigeration Carbon Monoxide Public Safety Amusement Devices Elevating Devices Railways Alternative Safety Approaches CO Alarm Client Support Smarter Safety FSR Camping Chairlift Corporate news RV safety Skiing Travel Vacation extreme heat snowboarding ![Carbon monoxide alarm in home](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Carbon_Monoxide_alarm_home-medium.jpg) Featured ## Carbon Monoxide in Rentals: What Every Landlord and Tenant Needs to Know October 14, 2025 4 Minute read Learn who’s responsible for gas appliance maintenance and CO alarms in rental properties. Stay safe from carbon monoxide with key tips for tenants and landlords. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/carbon-monoxide-in-rentals?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/iStock-1431874851.jpg) ## Gas Commissioning Approval FAQs July 1, 2026 6 Minute read Find answers to common Gas Commissioning Approval questions, including submission requirements, invoices, appliance quantities, and final inspection availability. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/gas-commissioning-approval-faqs?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-7028105.jpg) ## Permits, Records, and Renovations: What Realtors Need to Know June 17, 2026 6 Minute read In this blog, we outline some of the key resources available to help real estate professionals verify permits, understand jurisdiction, and identify when additional information may be needed. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/before-you-list-avoid-last-minute-deal-delays?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Inflatable_Device_4-preview.webp) ## Renting an Inflatable Device for Your Event? Here's What You Need to Know June 10, 2026 4 Minute read Planning an event with a bouncy castle or inflatable? Learn permit requirements, contractor rules, and safety tips. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/renting-an-inflatable-device-for-your-event?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/iStock-1283713614.jpg) ## Why Your Business May Be Identified as Unlicensed by Technical Safety BC February 6, 2026 3 Minute read Learn why your business may appear unlicensed with Technical Safety BC and what steps to take to correct licensing or advertising issues. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/why-your-business-may-appear-unlicensed?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/iStock-1400280368.jpg) ## Avoid a Rewrite: How to Prepare for an Online Exam December 23, 2025 16 Minute read If you’ve booked an online exam with Technical Safety BC, use this checklist to get your equipment, software, and exam environment ready ahead of time so you can focus on writing your exam with confidence. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/avoid-a-rewrite-how-to-prepare-for-an-online-exam?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/iStock-613556824-medium.jpg) ## Learning Review: Gas Contractor Responsibilities November 27, 2025 9 Minute read We are sharing the answer guide to our licensee gas responsibilities quiz to support continued learning and to help licence holders better understand the responsibilities that keep regulated work in BC safe. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/learning-review-gas-contractor-responsibilities?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/iStock-1400812941-medium-1.jpg) ## Adding Authorized Users to your Business Account for Online Services November 20, 2025 3 Minute read Businesses using our Online Services may prefer to have more than one user manage the account. However, it is important that each authorized user has their own login credentials; sharing login information is not allowed. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/adding-authorized-users-to-your-business-account-for-online-services?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/IMG_6749.jpg) ## BC Woman Shares Heartbreaking Loss Following a Fatal Carbon Monoxide Incident November 14, 2025 4 Minute read After losing her fiancé to carbon monoxide poisoning, a BC woman shares her heartbreaking story to raise awareness and urge renters and landlords to take life-saving CO safety measures. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/bc-woman-shares-heartbreaking-loss?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/iStock-1807551361.jpg) ## Electrical Service Upgrades in Multi-Unit Buildings: What You Should Know November 6, 2025 8 Minute read Is your condo or strata building ready for EV chargers, heat pumps, or modern appliances? Learn when and why an electrical service upgrade is needed and how to plan it safely. 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