Technical Safety BC is an independent organization that oversees the safe installation and operation of technical systems and equipment across British Columbia.
Technical Safety BC (TSBC) is an independent, self-funded organization mandated to oversee the safe installation and operation of technical systems and equipment throughout British Columbia, Canada. Formerly known as the BC Safety Authority, TSBC administers safety standards and regulations for a wide range of technologies, including electrical, gas, boiler, pressure vessel, refrigeration, elevating, amusement, and passenger ropeway systems.
TSBC issues permits, licences, and certificates to qualified contractors and individuals, ensuring that work is performed by certified professionals. The organization also conducts safety inspections, incident investigations, and safety audits to uphold the Safety Standards Act. Through education, varied compliance monitoring, and enforcement, Technical Safety BC works with industry stakeholders and the public to identify risks and promote a safety-minded culture across the province.
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Technical Safety BC oversees the safety of electrical, gas, boiler, pressure vessel, refrigeration, elevating, amusement, passenger ropeway, and railway systems in British Columbia.
You can apply for permits, licences, and certificates through the Technical Safety BC online Client Portal.
You can contact the support team by calling toll-free 1-866-566-7233 or by emailing contact@technicalsafetybc.ca.
A variance request allows for the use of alternative means to meet the safety objectives of a regulation or code when strict compliance is not feasible. Requests must be submitted via the appropriate forms found on the TSBC website.