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Find answers to frequently asked questions and ensure a safer experience for everyone. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-a-safety-officer-escalator-safety?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Flood_damage_inside_kitchen-large_1.jpg) ## Ask a safety officer: gas and electrical flood safety October 18, 2021 3 Minute read Safety officer tips on how to prepare your home or workplace if a flood is imminent. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-a-safety-officer-gas-and-electrical-flood-safety?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Outdoor%20electrical%20safety-1.jpg) ## Ask a Safety Officer: Outdoor electrical safety October 15, 2021 3 Minute read Looking to renovate your outdoor living space? Our electrical safety officer covers common outdoor electrical safety hazards and how to avoid them. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-safety-officer-outdoor-electrical-safety?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/123BCS-LR-_BMC4622_1-1.jpg) ## Ask a safety officer: Amusement device permits, contractors and fines October 14, 2021 2 Minute read Our amusement device safety officers are asked what they look for during an inspection, to what permits are required for specific amusement device. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-safety-officer-amusement-device-permits-contractors-and-fines?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/iStock-915461808-medium-610x407.jpg) ## 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. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-gas-safety-officer-what-do-i-need-know-about-appliances-exposed-water?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/burn%20awarness%20blog-4.png) ## 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. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-a-safety-officer-how-to-prevent-electrical-fires?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/iStock-467749198-2.jpg) ## Starting up your refrigeration system, what you need to know July 27, 2020 4 Minute read As many ice rinks across B.C. prepare to resume operations, we released the following seasonal startup list to help ensure your refrigeration system will operate safely throughout the season. 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