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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I — Instalment 39
Rule 78-000 notes that notes that this is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to the installation of electric equipment and wiring methods on marine wharves, fixed or floating piers, docking facilities, and boathouses that are used for the construction, repair, storage, launching, berthing, and fuelling of watercraft.
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The Electrical Injury Day of Recognition is sponsored by the Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta, the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association, the Electrical Contractors Association of British Columbia, and the National Electrical Trade Council. The Canadian electrical industry is calling on all tradespeople and those who benefit from them, to set aside October 6 as a day to raise awareness…
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May 6, 2024 By Elle Bremmer March 8th marked International Women’s Day with discussions on gender equality and inclusivity resonating across the globe. In a country like Canada, known for its emphasis on diversity and innovation, the active involvement of women and marginalized groups not only enhances the industry but also shapes its significance. To…
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I — Instalment 39
Rule 78-000 notes that notes that this is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to the installation of electric equipment and wiring methods on marine wharves, fixed or floating piers, docking facilities, and boathouses that are used for the construction, repair, storage, launching, berthing, and fuelling of watercraft.
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The Electrical Injury Day of Recognition is sponsored by the Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta, the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association, the Electrical Contractors Association of British Columbia, and the National Electrical Trade Council. The Canadian electrical industry is calling on all tradespeople and those who benefit from them, to set aside October 6 as a day to raise awareness…
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May 6, 2024 By Elle Bremmer March 8th marked International Women’s Day with discussions on gender equality and inclusivity resonating across the globe. In a country like Canada, known for its emphasis on diversity and innovation, the active involvement of women and marginalized groups not only enhances the industry but also shapes its significance. To…
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