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British Columbians At Risk from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Due to Improper Gas Appliance Installation
Technical Safety BC investigates two fatal incidents highlighting the deadly dangers associated with carbon monoxide
Returning home after wildfires? Here’s what you need to know
As people begin returning to their homes after wildfires, Technical Safety BC would like to urge homeowners to take safety precautions around gas and electrical systems and equipment.
Avoid these six common barbecue dangers
Before you fire up the grill, take some basic safety precautions! Each year, Technical Safety BC receives reports of incidents resulting from gas barbecues. The most dangerous time to use a grill is at the beginning of the barbecue season, after equipment hasn’t been used for a while. Here are six common barbecue safety mistakes – and how to avoid them.
BC Safety Authority releases 2016 State of Safety Report
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) released its 2016 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.
Technical Safety BC-led boiler investigation influences global standards
Have you ever waited a moment too long to light a barbecue and been surprised by the “whoosh” as built-up gas ignites? Safety professionals call this a “hard light-off” or delayed ignition and, if you are outside, the result is typically a yelp followed by jokes about singed eyebrows.
Lack of venting system caused carbon monoxide exposure in fatal incident near Ashcroft
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) has identified that the lack of a venting system caused carbon monoxide (CO) exposure, which is believed to have taken the lives of four people near Ashcroft, B.C on March 24. The BC Coroners Service is further investigating the cause of death and BCSA is working in collaboration with the Coroner.
BC Safety Authority announces changes to Board of Directors
BC Safety Authority (BCSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Chair and a new Member to join BCSA’s Board of Directors.
BC Safety Authority warns against unpermitted and potentially unsafe gas work
British Columbia Safety Authority (BCSA) is calling on homeowners, businesses, building and strata managers in Smithers, Kitimat, Terrace and Prince Rupert who may have had gas work performed by “Best Heating”, “Mercury Mechanical” or Masoud Bahrami to contact BCSA.
Put your best foot forward: Stay safe on elevators and escalators this holiday season
Holiday shopping is well underway and at this busy time of year, BC Safety Authority (BCSA) reminds British Columbians to use precautions and common sense to stay safe on elevators and escalators.
Celebrating Canada Day? Remember to stay safe from carbon monoxide!
As you prepare for the long weekend and summer activities, take the time to make sure your natural gas or propane appliances are in safe working order.
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.
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