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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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Camping safety tips for the summer

13 July 2020

Camping this weekend? Stay safe with propane appliances by taking the appropriate precautions to ensure your getaway is a safe one.

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Why do we keep putting ourselves at risk of electric shock?

7 April 2020

An electrical contractor was replacing a damaged light fixture in an underground parkade. The circuit was still energized so the contractor paused and shouted to let his supervisor know. The response? Keep going anyway.

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What to do in a power outage

16 January 2020

Has your power been disconnected due to windstorms or other extreme weather conditions? If so, here is what you need to know about Technical Safety BC's role in power outages and who to contact to get reconnected.

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Top 22 changes you need to know about the 2018 Canadian Electrical Code

14 November 2019

BC’s Electrical Safety Regulation has been amended to include the adoption of the 2018 version of the Canadian Electrical Code.

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Carbon Monoxide

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Hitting the water park this summer? Waterslide safety questions answered

22 July 2020

With the summer heat comes an increase in people using waterslides. Here we answer the top questions our safety officers get asked when it comes to riding the waterslides.

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Four safety tips for cabin renovations

13 July 2020

Renovating your cabin? Check out these four safety tips before you start.

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RV safety tips before your adventure

13 July 2020

As part of RV safety, review our carbon monoxide tips before going on your next adventure.