Technical Safety BC is an independent, self-funded organization that oversees the safe installation and operation of technical systems and equipment across the province. In addition to issuing permits, licences and certificates, TSBC works with industry to reduce safety risks through assessment, education and outreach, enforcement, and research.
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LEARNING CENTRE
Create an account on TSBC new Learning Centre and register for the events you are interested in attending. Featured training:
NOTE: Click here for the list of recognized training providers for class A, B or C FSR continuing education. |
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2022 STATE OF SAFETY & ANNUAL REPORT
Technical Safety BC has released it’s 2022 State of Safety and Annual Report. The reports provide a snapshot of results and efforts to assure safety in the many technical systems that British Columbians interact with and rely on every day across the province. They have highlighted a few specific topics: gas line safety, emerging climate change risks, and the new Licensed Contractor program. |
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FSR CERTIFICATION RENEWAL & CONTRACTORS LICENCE/PERMITS Your electrical field safety representative (FSR) certificate of qualification must be renewed every three years with proof of continuing education. It’s a good idea to make sure any FSRs named on your licence or permits have not let their certificate expire.
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FEE CHANGES 2021-2023 In December, 2020, Technical Safety BC asked its clients and stakeholders for their feedback on proposed fee changes for 2021-2023. This consultation ended on January 31, 2021. With client feedback and COVID-19 related recovery indicators in mind, Technical Safety BC plans to implement a 2% general increase, effective May 17, 2021. This increase will not apply to the amusement devices technology as our research indicates that this industry has experienced unparalleled impact due to COVID-19. |
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INSPECTION GUIDELINES To continue operations in compliance with the recommendations made by the BC Government and health experts, Technical Safety BC is conducting assessments remotely, rather than in-person. At this time, physical assessments will only be conducted when we determine them to be critical to the safety system. |
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MONETARY PENALTY CALCULATOR Technical Safety BC’s monetary penalty calculator (MPC) allows users to estimate the potential value of certain types of infractions. |
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TSBC VOLUNTARY DISCLOSURE PROGRAM The program provides contractors with an opportunity to proactively disclose past non-compliances and resolve them without the risk of enforcement action and monetary penalties. |
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PHYSICAL INSPECTIONS: HOW DO SAFETY OFFICERS DECIDE AND PRIORITIZE? Ever wonder how safety officers determine which sites to inspect? This article reveals the details. |
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FOUR REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD REPORT INCIDENTS AND HAZARDS Thinking beyond incident and hazard reporting being a requirement can help benefit your organization. Read why encouraging to report incidents and hazards is important. |
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ELECTRICAL OPERATING PERMITS Owners of industrial, commercial, residential, and institutional facilities require an operating permit to operate and maintain regulated electrical equipment and systems under the Safety Standards Act. |
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TSBC JURISDICTION INFORMATION Technical Safety BC issues electrical operating permits and completes inspections for most areas of British Columbia, but there are several exceptions. |
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STUDY IDENTIFIES 3 FACTORS BEHIND ELECTRIC SHOCK Technical Safety BC and Baker Engineering and Risk Consultants conducted an electric shock fault tree workshop, which revealed 3 common causes of electric shock. |