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2012 Canadian Electrical Code
February 6, 2012 Leave a Comment
Whether you’re a contractor, installer, designer or manufacturer, it’s your responsibility to ensure that you follow the most up-to-date safe electrical installation requirements. The 2012 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, builds on an 80-year legacy as a key component of the Canadian electrical safety system. The 22nd edition of the CE Code contains over 180 [...]
Compact Fluorescent Bulbs Recalled due to Safety Hazard
November 18, 2011 Leave a Comment
The Electrical Safety Authority is advising consumers that Conglom Inc. has recalled Luminus 13W Compact Fluorescent Lamps. According to a Health Canada and Electrical Safety report, the lamp may overheat and melt the enclosure exposing live parts, posing a risk of fire and/or electric shock. Over 120,000 units of the affected products were merchandised to [...]
ESFI 2011 Holiday Safety Campaign
November 16, 2011 Leave a Comment
With the holiday season fast approaching, ESFI is reminding families and communities to incorporate safety and security measures into their daily activities. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 30% of all home fires and 38% of home fire deaths occur during the months of December, January and February. Injuries resulting from falls are also common during the [...]
The Superbowl of Electrical Safety 2012
November 9, 2011 Leave a Comment
Since its inception in Canada in September 1991, the IEEE IAS Electrical Safety Workshop has been the premier international forum to enable and accelerate change in the electrical safety culture, and push the envelope on what is possible in preventing workplace injuries from electrical hazards. In this video, EBMag editor Anthony Capkun is joined [...]
“Never Assume” Electrical Safety Video Series
September 27, 2011 1 Comment
Electrical hazards cause more than 300 electrocutions and 4,000 injuries in the workplace each year, disrupting lives and impacting the productivity of companies. While electrical hazards are not the leading cause of on-the-job injuries, accidents, and fatalities, they are disproportionately fatal and costly. Most of these electrically-related fatalities and injuries could easily be avoided. Awareness [...]
Ontario Leaders Honoured for Advancing Electrical Safety
September 26, 2011 Leave a Comment
Electrical Safety Authority Celebrates the 2011 Ontario Electrical Safety Awards Recipients MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 23, 2011 /CNW/ – The 2011 Ontario Electrical Safety Awards were awarded last night recognizing outstanding contributions in advancing electrical safety and building a safety culture in Ontario. This year’s winners are: • Consumer and Home Electrical Safety – Mike Holmes [...]
Canadian Affiliate of Electrical Safety Foundation International Launched
September 9, 2011 Leave a Comment
Arlington, VA—The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) earlier today announced the establishment of ESFI Canada, a designated affiliate of ESFI. The announcement was made by ESFI president Brett Brenner during a presentation at the 18th Annual IEEE IAS Electrical Safety Workshop in Toronto, Ontario. “ESFI has always had a great working relationship with electrical safety [...]
Consumer Product Safety at Health Canada
May 26, 2011 Leave a Comment
Health Canada helps protect the Canadian public by researching, assessing and collaborating in the management of the health risks and safety hazards associated with the many consumer products, including pest management products, that Canadians use every day. To learn more about Safety as it pertains to industry and professionals and parents and caregivers, visit the [...]
National Electrical Safety Month May 2011
May 6, 2011 Leave a Comment
Electricity is an increasing presence in our modern lives. As our reliance on electricity grows, so does the potential for electrical safety hazards. Statistics from the National Fire Protection Association indicate an estimated annual average of almost 51,000 home fires involving electrical failure or malfunction. These fires claim almost 500 lives, injure more than 1,400 [...]
