Class C-R: Limited Entertainment
Electrical FSR Certification
Overview
The Class C-R - Limited Entertainment Field Safety Representative (FSR) certificate of qualification is a restricted class within the Class C category. With this certificate, you may act as an FSR and perform temporary assembly or interconnection of plug-in wiring systems employed in: trade shows, exhibits, displays, festivals, conventions, stage, theatre, carnivals, traveling shows, movie and television locations, and film or video productions or similar venues.
To obtain this certificate, you'll need to meet certain eligibility requirements and pass a certification exam.
Note: this certificate class was previously named class LE (Limited Entertainment).
Scope of Work
The scope limit is a maximum of 240 volts, 100 amps, three-phase power, utility supplied or a maximum of 240 volts, 200 amps, three-phase power, generator supplied.
The scope of work not authorized under this certificate includes regulated work (electrical work) for the permanent electrical installation of a regulated product (electrical equipment), and electrical work in hazardous locations.
General Eligibility
You must provide proof that you have:
- A minimum of two years (3600 hours) acceptable, relevant training and/or electrical work experience
- A Live Performance Electrical Certificate (LPEC) issued by Actsafe (course may be put towards the experience requirements)
- Experience in the entertainment industry directly in the activities for which this certificate is intended, including three-phase systems
How to Apply For Certification
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If you wish to apply by mail, please fill out the Contact Us form to request a paper form.
How to Apply For Examination
Once you have submitted your application and paid the applicable fee, we will evaluate your qualifications. If you’re successful, we will contact you and you will be able to apply for this certification's exam.
Once you have been approved to apply for the exam, log in to your Online Services account to find your available exam and choose your preferred exam dates, times, and locations. You will not be able to book your exam until we notify you that you are eligible.
About This Exam
The class C-R - Limited Entertainment FSR exam takes 3.5 hours. It is open book and is made up of 50 multiple choice questions, with a 35% focus on Act, Regulations, and Directive, and a 65% focus on Code. You must achieve a minimum grade of 70% to pass.
You will have three chances to pass; after each attempt, applicants will receive a Notification Letter from Technical Safety BC that details the marks achieved and highlights areas that need improvement. An exam re-write fee applies to each additional attempt.
If you fail an exam, you will will need to wait 30 days after the previous examination to rebook. If you fail your third or any subsequent attempt, you must request permission to take a fourth or further attempts, with additional time required between each attempt.
For more information on our exams visit the Exam Information page.
Study Materials
- Current Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, as adopted in BC by the Electrical Safety Regulation - sections 0, 2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 26, 28, 30, 34, 42, 44, 66, 76
- Latest code update materials
- You should also review these reference materials.
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