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 an electrical safety officer: Is a permit needed to install or replace a light fixture?
December 20, 2018
1 Minute read
Permits are required to install any permanently-installed light fixture. Learn more here.
Home Suite Home: Gas and Electrical Safety in Rental Properties
May 15, 2018
4 Minute read
Every day Technical Safety BC receives reports of hazards from people across BC. Many of these individuals are renters who are concerned that their suites or buildings have unsafe electrical or gas equipment.
Have the Gas Fireplaces in Your Building Been Certified for Use in BC?
March 6, 2018
3 Minute read
Does your building have gas fireplaces manufactured by Canadian Fire Hearth Manufacturing Inc. and Luxor Manufacturing Inc.? If so, you’ll want to verify that they have a valid certification mark from an agency accredited by the Standards Council of Canada.