Gas Regulations

The Safety Standards Act applies to everyone who installs, alters, maintains or operates gas technologies. All licensed contractors are required to keep up to date with changes in the Act and Regulations.

Codes

Contractors and gas fitters must have access to a current edition of the Canadian Gas Code and BC amendments. Check that your employer has a copy or purchase at the CSA Group store or from retail and wholesale outlets.

Regulatory Notices

Safety Orders
Title Ref # Revision Date
Safety Order: Fortis BC - Location: Seawatch Neighbourhood, Sechelt B.C. (The Shores – Phase 1 Subdivision) SO-GA 2019-04
Safety Order: Prohibited installation or use of uncertified gas fireplaces manufactured by Canadian Fire Hearth Mfg. Inc. and Luxor Mfg. Inc. SO-GA 2013-01 03
Safety Order: Installation or use of natural gas and propane fireplaces manufactured by Security Fireplaces - models SRGH36, SBGH36, DV73 and DV71 SO-GA 2017-01
Safety Order: Service and maintenance of Aerco Benchmark boilers SO-GA 2016-01
Safety Order: Prohibited install or use of Majestic Fireplace direct vent free standing SO-GA 2012-01 Revision 1
Safety Order: Inspection and servicing of Revent gas bakery ovens SO-G5 060829 3
Safety Order: Installation of gas appliances into solid fuel fireplaces SO-G5 051207 1
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Directives
Title Ref # Revision Date
Directive: Certification and approval marks for gas appliances in BC D-G5 051201 2 Revision 15
Directive: Requirements for vented and ventless temporary portable/construction heaters D-G5 070215 3 Revision 2
Directive: Class B gas fitter certification scope of work conditions D-GA 2020-01
Directive: Natural Gas and Hydrogen Refuelling Stations - Gas Safety Regulation Requirements D-GA 2014-03 Revision 2
Directive: Gas contractor responsibilities re: gas notification requirements for completion, installation or alteration D-GA-2015-03 Revision 3
Directive: Special purpose certificate of qualification D-GA-2018-01
Directive: Recognition of training programs under the gas safety regulation D-GA-2018-02
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Information Bulletins
Title Ref # Revision Date
Information Bulletin: De-energization of Live Gas Systems IB-GA 2021-01
Information Bulletin: Recreational vehicles installation and service technician scope of work IB-GA 2020-02
Information Bulletin: Gas safety inspection of recreational vehicles B-G5 051206 6 Revision 3
Information Bulletin: Operating safely around underground gas services B-G5 080221 1 Revision 3
Information Bulletin: Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP) IB-CE-2019-01
Information Bulletin: Emergency – natural disaster protocol for electrical and gas equipment safety (e.g. – fire, flood, earthquake, landslide) IB-EL/GA 2015-04 Rev 1
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Exams & Certificates, Information Bulletins
Title Ref # Date
Information Bulletin: Training Provider Program Recognition for Class A Apprenticeship Training Programs IB-GA 2020-01
Exams & Certificates, Information Bulletins

Safety orders are instruments that are issued to prevent or reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property. Compliance is mandatory and enforceable by Technical Safety BC.

Directives are instruments that clarify or provide new interpretation of a regulation or code. Compliance is mandatory. 

Information bulletins provide helpful information and clarification on existing regulations or code that affect your particular technology.

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