ESA issues new Ontario Electrical Safety Code
April 26, 2009-
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Ontario’s Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is issuing the 24th edition of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (2009) on May 1, following the Government of Ontario’s approval earlier this year.
This edition contains 255 changes associated with the Ontario
amendments and the 2009 Canadian Electrical Code. Ted Olechna,
provincial code engineer with ESA, says the OESC 2009 reflects changes
to industry standards “that will positively impact public electrical
safety and electrical installations in the Province of Ontario”.
Electrical installations must meet OESC rules that were in effect at the time the application for inspection was filed, or the plans submitted to ESA for review. As a result, changes associated with the 24th edition will apply to any applications for inspection filed starting May 1. (Applications or plans submitted prior to May 1, 2009, need not comply with the 24th edition.)
ESA is offering training to provide the industry with an overview of key changes included in this edition, and to provide clarification on compliance requirements that will affect their business.
CLICK HERE for more information on changes to the OESC, or to purchase a copy.
Electrical installations must meet OESC rules that were in effect at the time the application for inspection was filed, or the plans submitted to ESA for review. As a result, changes associated with the 24th edition will apply to any applications for inspection filed starting May 1. (Applications or plans submitted prior to May 1, 2009, need not comply with the 24th edition.)
ESA is offering training to provide the industry with an overview of key changes included in this edition, and to provide clarification on compliance requirements that will affect their business.
CLICK HERE for more information on changes to the OESC, or to purchase a copy.
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I was told by City of Pickering I need to pass the minimum electrical safety standards before I can register my basement apartment. Will this be a problem?
What is the code in Ontario for counter top outlet.
Any help GREATLY appreciated!
Norma Ghani
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