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Ask a gas safety officer: What do I need to know about appliances exposed to water?
May 27, 2021
1 Minute read
Before reconnecting equipment exposed to water, a qualified individual must thoroughly inspect the equipment and replace any damaged components.

Wildfires? Here's what you need to know about electrical and gas safety
May 24, 2021
4 Minute read
Impacted by wildfires? Review our tips around electrical and gas safety to stay safe.

On the road again: Keeping your RV safe
May 18, 2021
5 Minute read
Summer is almost here and with many British Columbians gearing up for road trips in their RVs we're reminding RV owners to have their propane equipment checked.

How to manage stress corrosion cracking in new ammonia vessels
April 30, 2021
5 Minute read
If you own, operate, or design pressure vessels, you’ll want to understand what stress corrosion cracking is, why it’s dangerous, and what you can do to prevent it.

Ski haul rope hit by truck
April 23, 2021
2 Minute read
A haul rope was hit by a dump truck driving on a mountain road—leading to a non-detained deropement and major damage to the overall ropeway.

Ask a safety officer: how to prevent electrical fires
February 11, 2021
4 Minute read
Burn Awareness Week this year is about electrical fires. Our electrical safety officer answers common questions about preventing electrical fires in the home.

Electrical operating permits: what are they and do I need one?
December 14, 2020
5 Minute read
Here are the answers to some of our most commonly asked questions about electrical operating permits.

Top 5 tips for keeping your kids safe on the chairlift this ski season
December 7, 2020
3 Minute read
Technical Safety BC's top 5 tips for keeping your kids safe on the chairlift this season.

How to identify the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning
November 20, 2020
4 Minute read
Carbon monoxide is sometimes referred to as the "silent killer" because it is so difficult to identify. Learn about the signs of CO poisoning and how to prevent it.
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