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Physical inspections: How do safety officers decide and prioritize?
May 3, 2019
3 Minute read
Physical inspections, how do safety officers decide and prioritize. What role does machine learning play in physical inspections.
6 bouncy castle tips to keep your child safe
April 24, 2019
3 Minute read
More bouncy castles are appearing at events but how do you know they are safe? Read our bouncy castle tips to keep your child safe.
The 1 thing you must do before you excavate
April 5, 2019
2 Minute read
Digging without checking if there are buried utilities can have serious consequences. Get the facts and call before you dig.
Spring home tune up tips
March 27, 2019
2 Minute read
Spring is here - which is a great time to consider having your gas-fueled appliances checked and "tuned up" to protect against carbon monoxide.
Ask an electrical safety officer: Is installation of an electrical outlet inside a drawer permitted?
March 6, 2019
1 Minute read
In general, the BC Electrical Code does not allow the use of receptacles in cupboards and drawers. However, there are some exceptions. Learn more!
Ask an electrical safety officer: I'm installing a natural gas stove. Is an outside-vented range hood mandatory or can I use a recirculating range hood?
March 5, 2019
1 Minute read
Unless the installation instructions of the new range specifically require an exhaust hood vented to the outdoors, there is no other code requirement under the Gas Safety Regulation which requires a hood for a residential range.
Buying and selling manufactured homes
February 25, 2019
2 Minute read
Manufactured homes are considered regulated products, which means there are specific safety considerations. Here’s what to know before you buy or sell one.
Top 4 reasons why you should report incidents and hazards
February 21, 2019
2 Minute read
Do you know why you should report incidents and hazards? Here are four reasons than can benefit your organization.
Ask a gas safety officer: What kind of carbon monoxide detector should I look for?
January 2, 2019
3 Minute read
Here are the most important things to know when you are choosing a new carbon monoxide detector.
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