Smarter Safety

This section contains a collection of articles, research and reports that show how Technical Safety BC is leveraging technology to improve safety across the province.

Recent Blog Posts

The Internet of Things takes public safety to the next level

19 March 2019

As the pace of high-rise and commercial development increases and we add ever-more elevators to our environment, how can we ensure our safety? The Internet of Things (IoT) may be able to help. Our CEO explains how.

Catherine Roome: Meeting the challenge of artificial intelligence with safety in mind

1 June 2018

Artificial Intelligence and predictive algorithms will shape the future of regulatory work. But if the machines behave badly, is the upside worth it?

Embracing emerging technologies to improve safety in BC

30 May 2018

Artificial intelligence (AI), open source data, sensor technology, information modelling, and machine learning are big buzz words in the technology industry. Learn how we're using them to improve safety.

Determining the state of safety in BC's remote off-grid communities

22 September 2017

Technical Safety BC worked with graduate students on a research project to gain insights into the approximately 280 remote communities in BC, 54 of which are considered off-grid.

How big data, modeling and machine learning are shaping safety in BC

2 February 2017

Open source data, sensor technology, information modelling and predictive analytics are just some of the many tools Technical Safety BC is exploring to focus resources on high-risk areas, enhance knowledge sharing, and improve compliance with regulations designed to keep the public safe.