--- title: Technical Safety BC Blog | Electrical (4) description: Electrical | Safety tips and stories from Technical Safety BC. (4) --- [Skip to content](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/tag/electrical/page/4#main-content) [![Technical Safety BC colour logo with gear](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/TSBC_Stacked_RGB%20300%20dpi%20-%20transparent%20background-1.png?width=600&height=179&name=TSBC_Stacked_RGB%20300%20dpi%20-%20transparent%20background-1.png "Technical Safety BC colour logo with gear")](https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/) [Visit main site](https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/) [Contact us](https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/contact/contact-us) ![Forest, rivers and mountains. Beautiful British Columbia.](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/technical-safety-bc-provincial-regulator-transfer-to-bc-medium.jpg) # Electrical (4) Filter by topic Homeowner Gas Contractor Electrical Asset Owner Ask A Safety Officer Homeowner Safety Carbon Monoxide Passenger Ropeways Boiler, PV and Refrigeration Public Safety Amusement Devices Elevating Devices Railways CO Alarm Alternative Safety Approaches Client Support FSR Smarter Safety Camping Chairlift Corporate news RV safety Skiing Travel Vacation extreme heat snowboarding ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/RV%20Propane%20Safety%202021.jpg) ## 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. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/road-again-keeping-your-rv-safe?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/EL%20Operating%20Permits_0.jpg) ## 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. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/electrical-operating-permits-what-are-they-and-do-i-need-one?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/electrician-at-panel-md.jpg) ## Top 22 changes you need to know about the 2018 Canadian Electrical Code October 8, 2020 4 Minute read The Canadian Electrical Code 2018 version includes changes to support workers in the safe installation & maintenance of electrical equipment & systems. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/top-22-changes-you-need-know-about-2018-canadian-electrical-code?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/beam-cabin-clouds-531450.jpg) ## Four safety tips for cabin renovations July 13, 2020 3 Minute read Before getting together for cabin renovations, or asking friends to do electrical work over beers, check out these renovation tips for cabin safety. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/four-safety-tips-cabin-renovations?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/iStock-958981314%20-%20electrical%20panel%20-%201024x683_0.jpg) ## Choosing a contractor for home renovations? Your contractor questions answered. May 19, 2020 3 Minute read ​​​​​​​Finding the right contractor on top of planning a kitchen remodel or a basement upgrade can be exciting, but it can also be a lot of work. Here, we answer questions about finding the right contractor for your home renovation. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/choosing-contractor-home-renovations-your-contractor-questions-answered?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Electrical-Repair-Services-1024x575.jpg) ## Why do we keep putting ourselves at risk of electric shock? April 7, 2020 3 Minute read An electrical contractor was replacing a damaged light fixture in an underground parkade. The circuit was still energized so the contractor paused and shouted to let his supervisor know. The response? Keep going anyway. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/why-do-we-keep-putting-ourselves-risk-electric-shock?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/iStock-931103114.jpg) ## 6 common causes of electrical shock in the home January 30, 2020 2 Minute read Electrical shock at home can be caused by overloaded electrical outlets, exposed wires, damaged cords and much more. Take these precautions to stay safe. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/6-common-causes-electrical-shock-home?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-134651.jpg) ## What to do in a power outage January 16, 2020 2 Minute read Has your power been disconnected due to windstorms or other extreme weather conditions? 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