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30 January 2020

6 common causes of electrical shock in the home

Do you have any of these common causes of electric shock in your home?

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Can DIY home renovation videos be trusted?

8 May 2019

YouTube can have some great tutorials - but when it comes to electrical or gas work, take care. You may want to enlist professional help.

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Electrical operating permits: what are they and do I need one?

22 February 2019

Do you know that as a building owner or strata manager, obtaining an Electrical Operating permit from Technical Safety BC could save you time and money?

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Top 4 reasons why you should report incidents and hazards

21 February 2019

Thinking beyond incident and hazard reporting being a requirement can help benefit your organization. Here are four reasons why encouraging to report incidents and hazards can benefit your organization.

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Ask a gas safety officer: What kind of carbon monoxide detector should I look for?

2 January 2019

Here are the most important things to know when you are choosing a new carbon monoxide detector.

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Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week: Life-saving tips to prevent CO poisoning

31 October 2019

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week in BC runs from November 1 to 7. We provide some important tips on what CO is, how to recognize the symptoms, and how to prevent it in your home.

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What happens when workers fail to de-energize

27 September 2019

Failing to turn off electrical service before doing work caused a serious incident in Port Coquitlam.

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Our top 5 gas fireplace safety tips

18 September 2019

Gas fireplaces provide warmth and cozy ambiance, but they are also a source of carbon monoxide and need regular maintenance to ensure your safety.