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.
Ask a Gas Safety Officer: What Inspections Are Required for a Contractor Installing or Replacing Gas Appliances?
December 12, 2018
3 Minute read
Gas Safety Regulation requires the holder of a permit, or the gas fitter that represents the holder of the permit, to notify Technical Safety BC that regulated work has been performed.
Ask a gas safety officer: What type of permit is required for a mobile camp?
December 12, 2018
1 Minute read
Mobile camps may consist of relocatable structures consisting of multiple certified mobile trailers/manufactured buildings which are not considered certified mobile homes. They are considered as a unit and require a commercial installation permit per unit.
Safety Officer Visiting Your House? 3 Ways to Tell It’s Really Us
November 13, 2018
2 Minute read
How to know whether someone requesting entrance to your home really represents Technical Safety BC or not.
Ask a Gas Safety Officer: Why Does Gas Piping Need to Be Bonded?
November 5, 2018
1 Minute read
Electrical bonding is the practice of intentionally electrically connecting all exposed metallic items not designed to carry electricity in a room or building as protection from electric shock.
Ask a Gas Safety Officer: Can an Apprentice Receive Supervision Over the Phone?
November 5, 2018
1 Minute read
The Safety Standards General Regulation outlines who can perform regulated work and specifies how apprentices are supervised.
Ask a Gas Safety Officer: What Inspection Stickers Are Affixed to Food Trucks Being Inspected for Gas Appliances?
August 1, 2018
4 Minute read
Food trucks, trailers, and carts in BC must have the installation of any gas appliances performed under a gas installation permit obtained by a licensed gas contractor or have the appropriate certification. Find out more.
Ask a Gas Safety Officer: What Are the Requirements Around Propane Heaters for Construction Sites?
August 1, 2018
1 Minute read
Is there a specific BC or Canadian requirement for certification to connect portable propane cylinders to the actual heaters?