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Technical Safety BC urges continued vigilance around ammonia safety two years after fatal leak at Fernie Memorial Arena
Two years after the fatal ammonia release in Fernie, B.C. that claimed the lives of three men, Technical Safety BC continues to emphasize the need for continued safety enhancements across industry to reduce the potential of ammonia release incidents from refrigeration systems.
BC Safety Authority releases 2015 State of Safety Report
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) today released its 2015 State of Safety Report, a comprehensive overview of BCSA’s activities and information analysis, including data on installation and operating assessments, incident investigations, as well as research and enforcement activities. The report is designed to help people understand technical trends and use the knowledge to make informed safety decisions.
Propane storage tank owners reminded to obtain an operating permit
Technical Safety BC is reminding propane tank owners in British Columbia of their responsibility to obtain an operating permit as required by the Safety Standards Act.
BC Safety Authority welcomes new members to Board of Directors
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) is pleased to welcome Neil Cumming and Doug Scott to BCSA’s Board of Directors effective March 31, 2016, each for a three-year term. Mr. Cumming and Mr. Scott were appointed to BCSA’s Board by the Honourable Rich Coleman, Minister of Natural Gas Development and Minister Responsible for Housing.
BC Safety Authority notifies 14 building owners of potential fines and elevator shut-downs
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) has notified 14 building owners in British Columbia that they will face a $15,000 fine and have their potentially unsafe elevators shut down if they do not comply with provincial safety requirements that have been in place since 2010.
2015 BC Safety Authority alumni scholarships awarded
Two recipients have been named for BC Safety Authority’s first ever Alumni Scholarship Awards.
Two recipients named for Technical Safety BC's first ever Alumni Scholarship Awards
Julianna Kyle and Gareth Hurd each received $2,500 as the winning recipients of the scholarships.
BC Safety Authority warns against unsafe gas work by John Lund
British Columbia Safety Authority (BCSA) is calling on homeowners, businesses, building and strata managers in the Shuswap area, particularly in and around Salmon Arm, who may have had gas work performed by John Lund to contact BCSA.
BC Safety Authority introduces certification program for elevating devices mechanics
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) today announced the implementation of its Elevating Devices Mechanics Certification Program, which establishes consistent certification standards for the industry and reduces safety risks to both workers and the public.
BC Safety Authority releases investigation report on 2012 Lakeland Mills sawmill explosion
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) today released its investigation report on the April 2012 fatal explosion and fire at the Lakeland Mills sawmill in Prince George.
BC Safety Authority statement following Crown Counsel’s announcement that no charges will be approved against Babine Forest Products
Phil Gothe, Vice-President, Technical Programs for BC Safety Authority (BCSA) today issued the following statement:
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