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              Extreme Heat: Weather Safety Tips for Homeowners
                    December 30, 2025
                  
                  
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                  If there’s sweltering heat on the way, be aware of these top three safety tips to prepare your home and business.
                
              
              Ask a Veterinarian: How Does Carbon Monoxide (CO) Affect Our Pets?
                    November 7, 2024
                  
                  
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                  or Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week (November 1-7), we asked Dr. Sasha Ross, an associate veterinarian with the BC SPCA how exposure to carbon monoxide affects our pets and what we can do to protect them.
                
              
              From Canaries in Coal Mines to Modern CO Alarms: A Brief History of Carbon Monoxide Detection
                    October 23, 2024
                  
                  
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                  From canaries in coal mines to modern CO alarms, learn about the evolution of carbon monoxide detection and essential tips to protect your home from this silent, deadly gas.
                
              
              Supporting a Low Carbon Future: Electrical, Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration Code Updates
                    October 8, 2024
                  
                  
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                  The 2024 Canadian Electrical Code is set to be adopted by March 2025. Learn about the changes here.
                
              
              SkyTrain Safety: 6 Tips for a Safe and Smooth Commute
                    September 20, 2024
                  
                  
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                  With so many people using the system every day, it's crucial to be aware of the potential risks and prioritize safety on your commute. Here are some essential tips for staying safe while waiting for your next train. 
                
              
              Ask a Safety Officer: Escalator Safety
                    September 17, 2024
                  
                  
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                  Learn how to stay safe on escalators with expert advice from our elevating device safety officers. Discover essential tips on using escalators responsibly, from avoiding common risks to handling unexpected situations. Find answers to frequently asked questions and ensure a safer experience for everyone.
                
              
              Happy Holidays From Technical Safety BC
                    December 18, 2023
                  
                  
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                  Happy Holidays from Technical Safety BC to all of our safety partners and clients.
                
              
              Navigating Extreme Weather Impacts on Technical Systems
                    December 14, 2023
                  
                  
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                  By looking back and analyzing incidents that involved extreme weather on our technical systems, we learn how to continue upholding safety in BC by proactively managing safety risks.
                
              
              Stay Safe While Traveling Vertically: 5 Elevator Safety Tips for Pets
                    November 15, 2023
                  
                  
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                  Travel safely with your furry friend review our five elevator tips to keep your pets safe. 
                
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